chocolate soldier

noun

1. a nonfighting soldier; a serviceman not assigned to combat duty.

chocolate soldier

noun

1. informal.
   a person who mistakenly believes that he or she is very powerful, important, or impressive

Word History and Origins

Origin of chocolate soldier¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

It takes a real man to make a true confession--a Chocolate Soldier will excuse or cloak his sin.

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Instead of the tippling trooper of former days we have "the chocolate soldier."

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"The Chocolate Soldier" had given way to deep-muttered imprecations from the singer's room.

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Who has not been stirred to scorn and mirth at the very thought of a Chocolate Soldier!

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Mary had been to see "The Chocolate Soldier" again, and was very bored.

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