Royal Scots Greys

British

plural noun

Also known as: the Greys. the Scots Greys. (formerly) a British cavalry regiment, the Second Dragoons

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Etymology

Origin of Royal Scots Greys

C17: from their grey uniforms

Example Sentences

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The Duke served with the armed forces for more than 21 years, starting his career as a second lieutenant with the Royal Scots Greys and retiring in 1976 as a lieutenant-colonel.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2024

He went to Eton before doing his National Service as a trooper with the Royal Scots Greys, having failed his officer training.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2017

There are proud mutterings of hussars, lancers, and Royal Scots Greys, tones of awe for the Panzergrenadiers.

From Time Magazine Archive

In Hong Kong, where his official regimental duty is second-in-command of Squadron C of the Royal Scots Greys, the Duke of Kent, a captain at 27, picked up another job: Officer in Charge of Go-Karts.

From Time Magazine Archive

It is dedicated to John Kay, a private in the Royal Scots Greys, who died July 9, 1833, aged 34 years.

From In Search of Gravestones Old and Curious by Vincent, W.T. (William Thomas)

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