comrade in arms
noun
a fellow soldier.
Origin of comrade in arms
1First recorded in 1840–50
Words Nearby comrade in arms
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How to use comrade in arms in a sentence
The Major introduced him as the son of an old friend—comrade-in-arms, he said, if I remember.
The Adventures of Harry Revel | Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-CouchHis old comrade-in-arms quickly mounted his horse, overtook Marshall, and insisted upon returning the check.
The Life of John Marshall Volume 4 of 4 | Albert J. BeveridgeBisset cleft the Saracen's skull to the teeth, and laughed defiantly as he avenged the fall of his comrade-in-arms.
The Boy Crusaders | John G. EdgarThe unexpected interference of their comrade-in-arms, coupled with his address and that of Jacques, had excited their curiosity.
The Young Fur Traders | R.M. BallantyneThe bearer of this letter is my old friend and comrade-in-arms, Henry Allen, who is coming East on an important matter.
Secret Armies | John L. Spivak
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