Noun
/mˈaʊntɪd dɪˈtætʃmənt/
The term "mounted detachment" refers to a group of personnel, typically from military or police forces, that is specifically trained to operate while mounted on horses or other similar vehicles. This term is often used in contexts involving cavalry units or police mounted units. It can imply a certain pride and specialty associated with the unit due to the unique skill set and training required for mounted operations.
Frequency of use tends to be lower in everyday conversation but is commonly found in written contexts related to military, law enforcement, or historical discussions. It is likely more prevalent in formal writing or specific discussions than in oral speech.
The mounted detachment galloped into the field during the annual parade.
La unidad montada galopó hacia el campo durante el desfile anual.
During the training exercise, the mounted detachment demonstrated outstanding coordination and control.
Durante el ejercicio de entrenamiento, la unidad montada demostró una coordinación y control excepcionales.
The festival featured a historical reenactment showcasing the skills of a mounted detachment.
El festival presentó una recreación histórica que mostraba las habilidades de una unidad montada.
While the exact phrase "mounted detachment" does not appear frequently in idiomatic expressions, the concept of "mounted" can surface in various English idioms. Below are some relevant phrases and sentences:
Mounted on a high horse
"He was always mounted on his high horse, thinking he knew everything."
Él siempre estaba montado en su caballo alto, pensando que sabía todo.
Get off your high horse
"You need to get off your high horse and listen to others' opinions."
Necesitas bajar de tu caballo alto y escuchar las opiniones de los demás.
Ride into the sunset
"After resolving the issues, they rode into the sunset with their new plans."
Después de resolver los problemas, montaron hacia el atardecer con sus nuevos planes.
The word "mounted" stems from the Old French "monter," meaning "to climb," which in turn comes from Latin "montare," based on "mons," meaning "mountain." The word "detachment" originates from the word "detach," derived from Old French "détacher," which means "to unfasten."
Synonyms: cavalry unit, mounted police, horse-mounted unit.
Antonyms: dismounted unit, unmounted force, ground force.