trainband (Meaning)
trainband (n)
a company of militia in England or America from the 16th century to the 18th century
trainband (n.)
A band or company of an organized military force instituted by James I. and dissolved by Charles II.; -- afterwards applied to the London militia.
Synonyms & Antonyms of trainband
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trainband Sentence Examples
- The local trainband was tasked with safeguarding the settlement against raiders.
- Amidst the chaos of battle, the trainband stood resolute despite their meager training.
- The city's trainband was caught unawares, lacking the discipline and coordination of seasoned soldiers.
- As the invaders approached, the trainband was hurriedly assembled to bolster the town's defenses.
- The trainband's muskets were of inferior quality, their accuracy and range proving inadequate against the attackers.
- Despite their lack of professional training, the trainband's unwavering loyalty and sense of duty sustained them in the face of adversity.
- The town's trainband was composed of ordinary citizens who had volunteered to protect their community.
- The trainband's presence instilled a sense of security among the townsfolk, who had limited contact with professional soldiers.
- The trainband's training focused on basic military drills and the handling of weapons, equipping them with the rudimentary skills of warfare.
- As the conflict escalated, the trainband's numbers swelled with untrained recruits, eager to contribute to the defense of their homeland.
FAQs About the word trainband
a company of militia in England or America from the 16th century to the 18th centuryA band or company of an organized military force instituted by James I. and
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The local trainband was tasked with safeguarding the settlement against raiders.
Amidst the chaos of battle, the trainband stood resolute despite their meager training.
The city's trainband was caught unawares, lacking the discipline and coordination of seasoned soldiers.
As the invaders approached, the trainband was hurriedly assembled to bolster the town's defenses.
