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- pronunciation:
- li
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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
an ancient Roman army unit consisting of infantrymen combined with a relatively smaller number of cavalrymen.
The emperor sent his legions into battle.- similar words:
- army, brigade, corps, division, unit
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| definition 2: |
(often pl.) any large group or multitude.
Legions of her fans waited outside the theater, hoping for a glimpse of her.- synonyms:
- army, crowd, drove, horde, host, multitude, throng
- similar words:
- mass, mob, multiplicity
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| definition 3: |
(often cap.) a large military organization or unit, often composed of former rather than active military personnel.
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confluence, crowd, flock, force, profusion |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
great in number; numerous.
Though his radical views are reviled by many, his supporters are legion.- synonyms:
- countless, great, innumerable, multitudinous, numerous
- similar words:
- many, myriad
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