adj

expeditionary

Expeditionary (adj) means relating to, or sent on, a military expedition abroad. Example: “The expeditionary force landed on the coast at dawn.”

adj

Relating to, or sent on, a military expedition abroad.

"The expeditionary force landed on the coast at dawn."

"An expeditionary unit was deployed to support the allied troops overseas."

How to use expeditionary

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes troops or forces sent to fight in another country.

Common pairings

expeditionary force expeditionary army

Word forms

expeditionaries plural

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Etymology

From expedition + the adjective ending -ary.

Rhymes for expeditionary

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Frequently asked questions

What does “expeditionary” mean?

The word “expeditionary” means relating to, or sent on, a military expedition abroad. In plain terms, describes troops or forces sent to fight in another country.

How do you use “expeditionary” in a sentence?

Here is “expeditionary” used in a sentence: “The expeditionary force landed on the coast at dawn.”

What part of speech is “expeditionary”?

“Expeditionary” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of expeditionary?

"expeditionary" (adj) means relating to, or sent on, a military expedition abroad.