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Legion Definition & Meaning

legion
adjective
  1. amounting to a large indefinite number; "numerous times"; "the family was numerous"; "Palomar's fans are legion"
noun
  1. archaic terms for army
  2. association of ex-servicemen; "the American Legion"
  3. a large military unit; "the French Foreign Legion"
  4. a vast multitude

"Legion" in song lyrics

See how legion is used in real songs:

  • "So prepare yourself, cause it'll be comin straight from the Legion"
    The Almighty RSO f/ Legion of Doom — 5 Minutes of Doom (Comin' From the Legion)
  • "So if you be him, then you get lynched by the Legion"
    The Almighty RSO f/ Legion of Doom — 5 Minutes of Doom (Comin' From the Legion)
  • "Everybody's doomed, comin straight from the Legion"
    The Almighty RSO f/ Legion of Doom — 5 Minutes of Doom (Comin' From the Legion)

Usage tips for "legion"

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Frequently asked questions

What does legion mean?
amounting to a large indefinite number; "numerous times"; "the family was numerous"; "Palomar's fans are legion" archaic terms for army association of ex-servicemen; "the American Legion" a large military unit; "the French Foreign Legion" a vast multitude
What part of speech is legion?
Legion is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does legion have?
Legion has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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