noun
- a member of an irregular Croatian military force that served in the Austrian army, especially during the 18th century
Usage: historical
Examples
- The pandoors were known for their fierce fighting style and unconventional tactics.
- Austrian commanders often relied on pandoor units for reconnaissance missions.
- The pandoor regiments played a crucial role in the Habsburg military campaigns.
- These pandoor soldiers were recruited from the Croatian border regions.
- The pandoors’ knowledge of local terrain made them valuable scouts.