Troops meaning : (collective) A collection of people; a number; a multitude (in general). A small unit of cavalry or armour commanded by a captain, corresponding to a platoon or company of infantry. A detachment of soldiers or police, especially horse artillery, armour, or state troopers. Soldiers, military forces (usually "troops"). A company of stageplayers; a troupe. A basic unit of girl or boy scouts, consisting of 6 to 10 youngsters. (collective) A group of baboons. A particular roll of the drum; a quick march. Mushrooms that are in a close group but not close enough to be called a cluster. To move in numbers; to come or gather in crowds or troops. To march on; to go forward in haste. To move or march as if in a crowd.