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garrison

gar·ri·son

UK/ˈɡæɹɪ.sən/ US/ˈɡæɹɪ.sən/ fairly common us
noun (3) verb (1)

noun

1.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

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2.

United States abolitionist who published an anti-slavery journal (1805-1879)

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3.

verb

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Origin

From Middle English garisoun, garysoun, from Old French garison, guarison, from guarir + -ison, ultimately of Germanic origin; thus a doublet of warison. Compare guard, ward; the modern meaning is influenced by (now obsolete) garnison.

Phrases

  • Catterick Garrison
  • garrison belt
  • garrison cap
  • Garrison finish
  • garrison state
  • garrison town

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