Associations to the word «Commando»

Wiktionary

COMMANDO, noun. A small fighting force specially trained for making quick destructive raids against enemy-held areas.
COMMANDO, noun. A commando trooper
COMMANDO, noun. (historical) An organized force of Boer troops in South Africa; a raid by such troops

Dictionary definition

COMMANDO, noun. A member of a military unit trained as shock troops for hit-and-run raids.
COMMANDO, noun. An amphibious military unit trained for raids into enemy territory.

Wise words

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