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civilians Definition and Meaning in English (civilians definition)

noun
Synonyms:noncombatantsprivate citizens
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Civilians definition: Civilians are people who are not members of the armed forces or the police.

Definitions of Civilians

  1. 1noun

    Civilians are people who are not members of the armed forces or the police.

Example Sentences

formal

“Many civilians were caught in the crossfire during the conflict.”

formal

“The peace treaty aimed to protect civilians from further harm.”

Synonyms

noncombatantsprivate citizens

Antonyms

military personnelsoldiers

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nouncivilian
nouncivility
adjectivecivil

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Civilians definition: Civilians are people who are not members of the armed forces or the police.
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