Fourier

derNoun

quartermaster (military historical)

English translations

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    Fourier

Word details

German meaning
In der Armee eine Person, die für die Verpflegung und Unterbringung der Truppen zuständig ist.
English meaning
Quartermaster
Synonym
Verpflegungsmeister
German example
Der Fourier kümmerte sich um die Essensausgabe.
English example
The quartermaster took care of the food distribution.
Type
Noun
Article
der
Singular Form
der Fourier
Plural Form
die Fouriere

Example sentences with “Fourier”

  1. Der Fourier sorgte für die Verpflegung der Truppen. (The quartermaster provided for the troops' supplies.)

Frequently asked questions

What did a 'Fourier' do?

Historically, the Fourier was a non-commissioned officer responsible for lodging and supplying troops.