foot soldier

The term "foot soldier" originated in the military context but has since been extended to describe dedicated and essential members of various organizations.

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Definition

B2Military

(technical)A member of the army who fights on foot.

Example

  • The foot soldier marched for miles to reach the battlefield.

B2Organizations

(figurative)A person who performs essential but often unrecognized tasks in support of a larger effort.

Example

  • In the charity, foot soldiers are crucial for organizing events and raising funds.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "foot soldier":

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