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civilian
[ si-vil-yuhn ]
noun
- a person who is not on active duty with a military, naval, police, or fire fighting organization.
- Informal. anyone regarded by members of a profession, interest group, society, etc., as not belonging; nonprofessional; outsider:
We need a producer to run the movie studio, not some civilian from the business world.
- a person versed in or studying Roman or civil law.
adjective
- of, pertaining to, formed by, or administered by civilians.
civilian
/ sɪˈvɪljən /
noun
- a person whose primary occupation is civil or nonmilitary
- ( as modifier )
civilian life
Other Words From
- anti·ci·vilian adjective
- nonci·vilian noun
- proci·vilian adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of civilian1
Example Sentences
He also called on "all sides" to protect civilians and minorities, and "ensure essential aid can reach the most vulnerable" in the coming hours and days.
Deputy US Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East Daniel Shapiro has called on all parties to protect civilians, particularly minorities, and to respect international norms.
Despite widespread reports that Russian airstrikes were causing civilian casualties, the Russian defence ministry felt confident enough to fly international media out to Syria to witness the Russian military operation.
Unconfirmed reports emerged of soldiers casting away their uniforms and running off in civilian clothing.
The UN said the fighting was also "worsening an already horrific situation for civilians in the north of the country".
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