cadre
/ˈkædɹi/
a core group forming the nucleus of a larger organization
cadre in a sentence
“The cadre trained new recruits.”
Origin of cadre
French cadre frame, from Italian quadro square
Related Words
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a military officer assisting a commander
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a military unit of 300-1000 soldiers
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a military unit typically consisting of battalions
brigade
a military unit of several regiments or battalions