ETYM French bataillon, from Italian battaglione. Related to Battalia.
Or unit, Basic personnel unit in the military system, usually consisting of four or five companies. A battalion is commanded by a lieutenant colonel. Several battalions form a brigade.
1. A large indefinite number; SYN. large number, multitude, pack.
2. An army unit usually consisting of a headquarters and three or more companies.
Troupe d'infanterie, d'artillerie ou autre corps ŕ pied, composée de plusieurs compagnies, et faisant ordinairement partie d'un régiment.