Brigade vs Outfit - What's the difference?
brigade | outfit | Synonyms |
A group of people organized for a common purpose.
(military) Military unit composed of several regiments (or battalions) and including soldiers from different arms of service.
(derogatory) A group of people who share views or beliefs.
To form troops into a brigade
A set of clothing (with accessories).
gear consisting of a set of articles or tools for a specified purpose
Any cohesive group of people; a unit; such as a military company.
(informal) A business or firm.
(sports) A sports team
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To provide with, usually for a specific purpose.
outfit
As nouns the difference between brigade and outfit
is that brigade is a group of people organized for a common purpose while outfit is a set of clothing (with accessories).As verbs the difference between brigade and outfit
is that brigade is to form troops into a brigade while outfit is to provide with, usually for a specific purpose.brigade
English
Noun
(en noun)- a work brigade'''; a fire '''brigade
- More sympathy for career criminals from the bleeding-heart brigade !
Usage notes
* In many countries, a military brigade was traditionally formed from two or more regiments. According to the country and time period, brigade may also designate a much smaller groups of soldiers. A modern US brigade usually consists of three battalions and forms part of a division.Verb
(brigad)Anagrams
* ----outfit
English
Noun
(en noun)- She wore a fashionable outfit with matching purse and shoes.
- Should we buy it here, or do you think the outfit across town will have a better deal?
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Synonyms
* kit * getup (1) * rig * turnoutVerb
(outfitt)- "The expedition was outfitted with proper clothing, food, and other necessities"