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garrisoning

The word “garrisoning” has 4 syllables: gar-ri-son-ing.

It's pronounced as /ˈɡærɪsənɪŋ/.

What is synonym and antonym for garrisoning?

In the thesaurus, “garrisoning” has 25 synonyms and 20 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for garrisoning along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for garrisoning

  • assign
  • base
  • besieging
  • blockading
  • brace
  • build up
  • buttress
  • capture
  • conquer
  • consolidate
  • entrench
  • establish
  • hold
  • install
  • invade
  • keep
  • occupying
  • overrun
  • post
  • protect
  • reinforce
  • secure
  • shore up
  • step up
  • strengthen

Antonyms for garrisoning

  • abandon
  • defending
  • give up
  • guarding
  • harm
  • hurt
  • injure
  • let down
  • let go
  • loosen
  • opposing
  • protecting
  • release
  • retreat
  • safeguarding
  • shielding
  • surrender
  • unfasten
  • weaken
  • yield

Meanings of garrisoning

  • verb
    1. To assign troops to a military post.
    2. To convert into a military fort.
    3. To occupy with troops.

Example Sentences

  • The general was responsible for garrisoning the strategic points along the border.
  • The process of garrisoning involved placing troops at key locations for defense.
  • The military plan included garrisoning several outposts to monitor enemy movements.
  • They discussed the challenges of garrisoning remote and difficult terrain.
  • Garrisoning the city required careful coordination and resources to ensure security.

On this page you'll find 45 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to garrisoning, such as: abandon, assign, base, besieging, blockading, brace, build up.

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