1. (n.) A body of troops composed of two or more companies, forming a part of a regiment\; esp. a body of troops or an army in battle array.

2. (n.) A regiment, or two or more companies of a regiment, esp. when assembled for drill or battle.

3. (v. t.) To form into battalions.

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