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Military

A nation's armed forces.

armed forces military personnel

Military refers to a nation's armed forces, including land, sea, and air components. It also denotes the art or science of warfare.

Pronunciation

/ˈmɪlɪtəri/

Etymology

From Latin 'militaris,' meaning 'of a soldier' or 'relating to war.'

Explain Like I’m 5

A military is a group of people trained to protect their country, like soldiers using tanks and planes.

Fun Facts

The Roman army was known for its highly organized structure and engineering skills
The United States military has over 1
3 million active personnel
Switzerland has a unique system of mandatory military service for male citizens

FAQ

What is a military? It's an organized group of people trained to defend a nation
Who commands the military? Usually, it's led by high-ranking officers and ultimately overseen by a government
What do militaries do? They protect the country from external threats and may assist in national emergencies

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

army forces armed forces

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

government organization

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

army navy air force marines

Meronyms — Parts or Components

soldier officer weapons equipment

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

nation state

Indexes

governmental organization social institution

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