laager Meaning & Definition
What Does Laager Mean?
Laager is used as a noun meaning A defensive encampment encircled by wagons, especially by South African Boers. It can also mean A temporary formation of armoured vehicles for resupply. As a verb, it means To arrange in a circular formation for defence.
Laager in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈlɑː.ɡə/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | lager |
| Plural | laagers |
| Verb forms | laagers, laagering, laagered |
Laager Definition (Noun)
- A defensive encampment encircled by wagons, especially by South African Boers.
- A temporary formation of armoured vehicles for resupply.
Laager as a Verb
- To arrange in a circular formation for defence.
- To camp in a circular formation.
Synonyms of Laager
Laager synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
laager (plural laagers)
laager (third-person singular simple present laagers, present participle laagering, simple past and past participle laagered)
Origin of Laager
From South African Dutch lager (“camp”) (modern Afrikaans laer), from German Lager, from Middle High German leger, from Old High German legar, from Proto-Germanic *legrą. Doublet of lager and lair.
How to Pronounce Laager
Laager is pronounced /ˈlɑː.ɡə/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (lɑː).
Common Questions About Laager
Is laager a noun or a verb?
Laager is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for laager?
Words with a similar meaning to laager include lager. See the full list of laager synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of laager?
The plural of laager is laagers.
What is the past tense of laager?
The past tense of laager is laagered. The present participle is laagering.