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Definitions from the WebForeign LegionDefinition:The Foreign Legion refers to a military unit composed of foreigners who are enlisted to serve in a country's armed forces, typically in a different country than their own. Senses:Sense 1:Noun: A specific military unit composed of non-native soldiers serving in a foreign country's military. Example Sentence: The French Foreign Legion is renowned for its disciplined recruitment of soldiers from all around the world. Sense 2:Noun: Used figuratively to refer to a group or organization that includes individuals from diverse backgrounds and nationalities. Example Sentence: The software development team was like a foreign legion, with programmers from various countries collaborating on the project. Sense 3:Noun: A romantic or adventurous association, often associated with stories and legends, of foreigners who have joined a foreign military force. Example Sentence: Many novels and films depict the legendary exploits of individuals who joined the foreign legion out of desperation or a desire for a fresh start. Sense 4:Noun: A restaurant or bar frequented by foreigners in a foreign country. Example Sentence: The local fish market transformed into a foreign legion during the tourist season, attracting visitors from all over the world. Related Products: | ||||
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