garrison

/ɡˈæɹɪsən/

/ˈɡæɹɪsən/

Garrison

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

synonyms : fort

the troops who maintain and guard a fortified place

United States abolitionist who published an anti-slavery journal (1805-1879)

to garrison

MAIN VERB

station (troops) in a fort or garrison

Examples

1. Auxiliary units would also garrison sub-fortresses between and beyond the legionary fortresses.

2. The fort was garrisoned by 200 people.

3. The garrison surrenders October 2nd.

4. The fort was garrisoned by 200 people.