troop
//truːp//
Noun
troopSingular
troopsPlural
1
A group of soldiers, especially a cavalry unit or a subdivision of a military force.
A troop of cavalry was sent to patrol the border.
2
A group of people or animals, especially when moving together.
A troop of monkeys crossed the road in front of us.
3
A unit of Girl Scouts or Boy Scouts under the guidance of an adult leader.
She leads a Girl Scout troop of twelve girls.
Verb
troopInfinitive
troopPresent tense
troopedPast tense
troopedPast participle
troopingPresent participle
troopsThird-person singular
1
To move or walk together as a group, often in a steady or purposeful manner.
The children trooped into the classroom after recess.
2
To assemble or gather in a group.
The children trooped into the classroom after recess.