legion
//ˈliː.dʒən//
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.