paratroops

/ ˈpærəˌtruːps /

plural noun

1. troops trained and equipped to be dropped by parachute into a battle area Also calledparatroopersparachute troops

Example Sentences

Two IDF divisions and various units, such as combat engineers, paratroops, infantry brigades and tanks, are all operating in Gaza.

From Washington Times

"They are redirected their paratroops and assault brigades to both the south and the east," she said.

From Reuters

"As a result of the enemy's advance ... Russian paratroops have taken up positions that are advantageous to the enemy."

From Reuters

Small contingents of British troops, including marine commandos and paratroops, have already drilled with Japanese and South Korean forces this year.

From Washington Times

Instead, he argued, Russia needed “speed, quick movements, the smart use of paratroops and encircling forces,” along with irregular “hybrid” forces to fight behind the lines.

From Washington Post