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military

mil·i·tar·y

military

 
 
pronunciation:
mI l teI ri
parts of speech:
adjective, noun
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: of or pertaining to warfare or preparation for war.
This type of gun is not used as a military weapon.The generals are developing a new military strategy.These countries have strong military forces.
synonyms:
martial, warlike
similar words:
combative, fighting, militant
definition 2: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of armies or soldiers.
He is buried in a military cemetery.He walked with a military air about him.He wore his military uniform at the wedding.
 
synonyms:
martial, soldierly
antonyms:
civil, civilian, unmilitary
similar words:
combative, militant
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part of speech: noun
definition: the armed forces.
One brother became a priest, and the other joined the military.Did your father serve in the military during the war?How much money does the government actually spend on the military?
synonyms:
armed forces, forces, service
similar words:
armament, army, soldiery, standing army, troops
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derivation: militarily (adv.)
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