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skirmishers

 

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Noun skirmisher has 1 sense
  1. skirmisher - someone who skirmishes (e.g., as a member of a scouting party)
    --1 is a kind of
    combatant, battler, belligerent, fighter, scrapper
    Derived form: verb skirmish1

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Skirmishers

Noun - Military

Skirmishers refer to soldiers or troops who are deployed in front of an army or battalion to engage the enemy in small-scale combats, disrupt their formation, and gather intelligence about their strength and position.

Example sentence:

During the battle, the skirmishers courageously fired from behind cover, harassing the enemy forces and creating an opening for our main attack.

Noun - Sports

In sports, skirmishers are players who are skilled in quick, small-scale engagements and excel in one-on-one duels or tackling opponents to disrupt their gameplay.

Example sentence:

The team's skilled skirmishers effortlessly weaved their way through the opponent's defense, leaving the defenders in disarray.

Noun - History

In historical contexts, skirmishers refer to troops, often light infantry or irregular forces, who engage in small-scale encounters, harassing the enemy's flanks or disrupting supply lines.

Example sentence:

During ancient battles, skirmishers played a crucial role by utilizing hit-and-run tactics to confuse and exhaust their adversaries.

Noun - Local

Skirmishers can also refer to a local group or individuals who engage in minor conflicts or disagreements, often within a specific community or neighborhood.

Example sentence:

The skirmishers of the small town had a heated argument over the proposed construction project, resulting in divided opinions among the locals.


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