military
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.the group of people and organizations that a country uses to fight in wars.
n.the collective armed forces of a nation, including the army, navy, air force, and marines. Often used with 'the'.
Simple“After finishing college, he decided to join the military to see the world.”
In context“The government increased spending on the military to modernise its fleet of transport aircraft and improve border security.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
adj.connected to soldiers, the army, or war.
adj.relating to or characteristic of soldiers or the armed forces. Usually placed before the noun.
Simple“The soldiers wore their green military uniforms during the parade.”
In context“The general provided a detailed military briefing regarding the strategic importance of the mountain pass.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.very organized, strict, or precise, like a soldier.
adj.resembling the discipline, precision, or strictness associated with armed forces.
Simple“She runs her kitchen with military precision to ensure every meal is perfect.”
In context“The event was planned with military efficiency, ensuring that every speaker stayed exactly within their allotted time.”
SynonymsAntonyms
Usage military operations · military operation · military personnel
“Iran sees itself as waging an economic rather than a military war on the US, said Mostafa Khoshcheshm, a professor at the University of Applied Sciences and Technology in Tehran.”
“The Israeli military said the aim was "to protect the residents".”
From Middle English militari, from Old French militaire, from Latin mīlitāris, from mīles (“soldier”). Doublet of militaire.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.