GARRISON


Meaning of GARRISON in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' ger- ə -s ə n, ' ga-r ə -

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English garisoun protection, from Anglo-French garisun healing, protection, from garir to heal, protect, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German werien to defend ― more at WEIR

Date: 15th century

1 : a military post especially : a permanent military installation

2 : the troops stationed at a garrison

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