troopie

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Meaning · English

A trooper; a private.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

As a troopie in the army with many friends in African units, it is an embarrassment to be called on to operate with these men to find I am paid more than those whose command I am under.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “troopie” mean?

A trooper; a private.

Is “troopie” formal or informal?

troopie is generally slang.