"at-ten-shun" meaning in All languages combined

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Interjection [English]

Etymology: Respelling of attention to show the stress pattern. Head templates: {{en-interj}} at-ten-shun
  1. (US, military) Used to bring a marching band or group of soldiers to attention. Tags: US Categories (topical): Military Synonyms: a-ten-shun Related terms: ten-shun, ten-hut

Alternative forms

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