noun
- a small group of trained people who form the core of a larger organization
- a member of such a core group, especially in a political or military organization
Examples
- The party’s cadre of experienced volunteers organized the campaign.
- She was part of the cadre that founded the nonprofit organization.
- The military relied on a cadre of seasoned officers to train new recruits.
- A small cadre of scientists led the research project.
- The revolutionary cadre worked to spread their ideology.
- Each cadre received specialized training in leadership skills.