united army

[juːˈnaɪtɪd ˈɑːrmi]
nounpl: united armies
exército unido
1. A military force formed by the combination of armed forces from different nations or factions working together toward a common objective
The united army of NATO forces deployed to the region for peacekeeping operations.
O exército unido das forças da OTAN foi implantado na região para operações de manutenção da paz.
2. Military forces of a single nation that are consolidated and coordinated under unified command
The United States Army is a united army comprised of multiple branches and divisions.
O Exército dos Estados Unidos é um exército unido composto por múltiplos ramos e divisões.
3. Armed forces unified in purpose and strategy despite potential differences in origin or structure
A united army stands stronger against external threats.
Um exército unido é mais forte diante de ameaças externas.
This term is primarily used in formal military, political, and diplomatic contexts. In Brazil, discussions of 'exército unido' often relate to internal military organization or international military cooperation through alliances like UNASUR or MERCOSUL defense agreements. In the United States, it frequently appears in historical contexts (e.g., 'United States Army') and discussions of NATO or coalition military operations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
joint military forceallied forcescombined armyunified militaryconsolidated armed forces
Antonyms / Antônimos
divided armyfragmented forcesdisunited militaryseparate armiesopposing forces

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exército unido
Standard formal usage in military and political contexts
Portugal
exército unido
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese, common in NATO and EU military discussions
Military Portuguese
forças armadas unificadas
Technical military terminology preferred in official documents

Related Words

military alliancecoalition forcesarmed forcesmilitary commandtroop deployment

Related Idioms & Phrases

united we stand, divided we fall
strength in unity
joint forces
in united effort
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