uhlan
Americannoun
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one of a group of lancers in a light-cavalry unit, first appearing in Europe in the Polish army.
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one of such a group as later developed into heavy cavalry in western European armies, especially in Germany.
noun
Etymology
Origin of uhlan
First recorded in 1745–55; from German, from Polish ulan, ultimately from Turkish oğlan “boy, lad”
Example Sentences
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The uhlan came on at a very quick pace, carrying some dispatches.
From Comedy of Marriage and Other Tales by Maupassant, Guy de
If they were to take a look at the spurs, the way they tinkle, especially if a uhlan or some colonel or other is showing off—wonderful!
From Plays by Ostrovsky, Aleksandr Nicolaevich
He was wearing the uhlan uniform of the Austrian regiment which he commanded; and a new order glittered amongst the others on his breast: the Golden Fleece of Austria.
From Majesty A Novel by Couperus, Louis
"Your choice?" asked the uhlan, impatiently, after a moment's pause.
From Stories By English Authors: France (Selected by Scribners) by Stevenson, Robert Louis
Johanna is walking back and forth in the garden when Felix enters, wearing the uniform of a uhlan.
From The Lonely Way—Intermezzo—Countess Mizzie Three Plays by Björkman, Edwin
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