staff corps en · NOUN
Meanings
- (UK, historical) A body of officers and soldiers who performed engineering and siege duties, made reconnaissances, etc. during the wars of Wellington.
- (India, historical) A body of British officers serving on the permanent Indian establishment, appointed from it to do duty with native regiments, etc.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| staff corps | Number=Plur | lexicographic |