legion

//ˈliː.dʒən//
C1Frequency Level 10Formal
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Noun

legionSingular
legionsPlural
1

A unit of the ancient Roman army, typically comprising 3,000 to 6,000 soldiers.

The Roman legion marched across the frontier to defend the empire.

2

A vast number of people or things; a multitude.

A legion of fans gathered outside the stadium to see the famous singer.

3

A national association of military veterans, especially the American Legion or the Royal British Legion.

My grandfather has been a member of the Legion for over fifty years.

Adjective

legionCanonical form
1

Very numerous; great in number.

The problems facing the new government are legion.

Antonym