01 n. A body of troops, whether cavalry, artillery, infantry, or mixed, consisting of two or more regiments, under the command of a brigadier general.
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1.
A body of troops, whether cavalry, artillery, infantry, or mixed, consisting of two or more regiments, under the command of a brigadier general.(Mil.)
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2.
Any body of persons organized for acting or marching together under authority; as, a fire brigade.
Phrases & compounds
Brigade inspector —
an officer whose duty is to inspect troops in companies before they are mustered into service.
Brigade major —
an officer who may be attached to a brigade to assist the brigadier in his duties.