supersoldier

English

Etymology

From super- +‎ soldier.

Pronunciation

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Noun

supersoldier (plural supersoldiers)

  1. Synonym of supermajor (“very large soldier ant”).
  2. (science fiction) A soldier with remarkable strength, stamina, etc., especially if assisted by technology or genetics.
    • 2010, BioWare, Mass Effect 2 (Science Fiction), Redwood City: Electronic Arts, →OCLC, PC, scene: Normandy SR-2:
      Kelly: Is it true we have a pod containing a baby krogan down in the cargo hold?
      Shepard: Not a baby. He's a full-grown super soldier ready for combat.
      Kelly: Please be careful if you decide to... err... birth him? His personality is completely unknown.
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