ˈɡærɪsən

Definitions

1. noun

A body of troops stationed in a particular place, especially to defend it, or a group of people who work in a place, such as a factory.

“The city was protected by a garrison of soldiers stationed on the outskirts.”

2. verb

To station or keep a body of troops in a particular place, especially to defend it, or to work in a place, such as a factory.

“The government garrisoned the city to prevent a potential attack.”