foot soldier

noun

1. an infantryman.
2. a dedicated low-level follower.

foot soldier

noun

1. an infantryman

Word History and Origins

Origin of foot soldier¹

First recorded in 1615–25

Example Sentences

The foot soldiers were punished, to varying degrees, but the leadership was not.

From Salon

They are also foot soldiers in a power grab.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr Gruters describes himself as a “loyal foot soldier”, who was the only member of the Florida legislature to immediately endorse Trump’s 2024 bid and appear at Mar-a-Lago for his announcement.

From BBC

Most of the dead remain anonymous, presumed foot soldiers of one side or the other in the bloodletting.

From Los Angeles Times

If the leaders of the party know this fact, they are certainly not going to wise up their foot soldiers.

From Salon

Related Words

• infantryman