gendarmerie
1 synonym for gendarmerie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A military force responsible for policing the civilian population, especially in France and similar countries.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
gendarmery
Etymology
From French gendarmerie, built on gendarme.
Full origin of gendarmerie →Frequently asked questions
What does “gendarmerie” mean?
The word “gendarmerie” means a military force responsible for policing the civilian population, especially in France and similar countries. In plain terms, a military-style police force, as used in France and some other countries.
How do you pronounce “gendarmerie”?
“Gendarmerie” is pronounced ZHON-dah-muh-ree (/ˈʒɑn.dɑɹ.mə.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “gendarmerie” in a sentence?
Here is “gendarmerie” used in a sentence: “The gendarmerie was called in to manage the protest.”
What part of speech is “gendarmerie”?
“Gendarmerie” is a noun.
Where does the word “gendarmerie” come from?
The word “gendarmerie” comes from French. From French gendarmerie, built on gendarme.
