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词汇 shock troop
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Definition of shock troop in English:

shock troop

noun ˈʃɒk ˌtruːp
  • 1Troops specially trained and equipped for carrying out sudden assaults, especially against enemy strongholds.

  • 2Figurative and in extended use, especially the driving force of an activity or movement; a group leading a vigorous challenge or defence.

  • 3In singular A detachment of such troops.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in The Times of India. From shock + troop, after French troupe de choc and subsequently also German Stosstrupp.

Definition of shock troop in US English:

shock troop

nounˈʃɒk ˌtruːp
  • 1Troops specially trained and equipped for carrying out sudden assaults, especially against enemy strongholds.

  • 2Figurative and in extended use, especially the driving force of an activity or movement; a group leading a vigorous challenge or defence.

  • 3In singular A detachment of such troops.

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in The Times of India. From shock + troop, after French troupe de choc and subsequently also German Stosstrupp.

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