What is another word for uhlans?

Pronunciation: [ˈuːlənz] (IPA)

Uhlans are historically known as Polish light cavalrymen who fought in the 19th century. The word "Uhlans" has no synonyms as it is a specific term used to refer to this type of cavalry. However, there are some similar terms for cavalrymen like Hussars, Dragoons, and Lancers. Hussars were typically Hungarian or Polish cavalrymen, known for their brightly colored uniforms, while Dragoons were heavy cavalry soldiers who rode on horseback, equipped with lances. Lancers also fought on horseback with a lance, but they were often lighter and faster than Dragoons. Uhlans were known for their bravery and honorable actions on the battlefield, making them a formidable force that was revered by their allies and enemies alike.

What are the hypernyms for Uhlans?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Uhlans

Your Highness, I should be happy to meet a thousand uhlans to do you service.
"Arms and the Woman"
Harold MacGrath
uhlans have made their appearance at St. Cloud.
"Diary of the Besieged Resident in Paris"
Henry Labouchère
It seems to me sometimes as if I had never known but one man and one woman in my life-Count Saxe and Francezka Capello; they alone reached the ideal heights, in my mind-for a Tatar prince and the son of a poor notary has his ideals, just the same as a duke and the son of a duke-and the fact that I was a private soldier before I became a Tatar prince and a captain of uhlans has nothing to do with the matter.
"Francezka"
Molly Elliot Seawell

Related words: Polish cavalry, Polish light cavalry, Polish heavy cavalry, Polish cavalry during World War I, uhlans during World War I, uhlans during World War II

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