1. A company of militia in England or America from the 16th century to the 18th century
   "The trainband drilled every Sunday after church"

1. A militia force in England, especially in London, active from the 16th to 18th centuries
   "The train-bands were called upon to defend the city during times of unrest"

Derived forms: trainbands, train-bands

Type of: company, militia, reserves

Encyclopedia: Trainband