trooper

noun

troop·​er ˈtrü-pər How to pronounce trooper (audio)
Synonyms of troopernext
1
a(1)
: an enlisted cavalryman
(2)
: the horse of a cavalryman
b
: paratrooper
c
: soldier
2
a
: a mounted police officer
b
: a state police officer
3
: trouper sense 2

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Florida Highway Patrol troopers are continuing to search for the hit-and-run driver, according to Florida Today. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026 The trooper grabs the man by his wrist and his dreadlocks and began yanking his upper body through the window, the video shows. — Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 31 Aug. 2026 The offensive lineman impressed during training camp and adds depth after the Chargers assigned offensive lineman Branson Taylor to injury reserve alongside two-way trenches trooper Scott Matlock. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 In mid-August, state troopers returned to sweep an encampment once again under Operation SAFE. — Jake Ramsey, Oklahoma Watch, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trooper

Word History

First Known Use

1640, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

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The first known use of trooper was in 1640

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trooper

noun
troop·​er ˈtrü-pər How to pronounce trooper (audio)
1
: a cavalry soldier
2
a
: a police officer who rides a horse
b
: a state police officer
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