civilian
IPA: sʌvˈɪɫjʌn
noun
- A person following the pursuits of civil life, especially one who is not an active member of the armed forces.
- (informal) A person who does not belong to a particular group or engage in a particular activity, an outsider.
- One skilled in civil law.
- A student of civil law at a university or college.
adjective
- Not related to the military, police or other governmental professions.
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Examples of "civilian" in Sentences
- The hostage situation was resolved peacefully thanks to the quick thinking of a brave civilian who managed to de-escalate the situation
- The government promised to provide protection for civilian populations in war-torn regions
- The civilian casualties from the bombing were a harsh reminder of the devastating impact of war
- It is essential for civilian leaders to work together to create a safer and more secure society for all
- The civilian volunteers worked tirelessly to provide aid and support to those affected by the natural disaster
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