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reservist

American

[ri-zur-vist] / rɪˈzɜr vɪst /

noun

a person who belongs to a reserve military force of a country.

reservist British

/ rɪˈzɜːvɪst /

noun

one who serves in the reserve formations of a nation's armed forces

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Etymology

Origin of reservist

First recorded in 1875–80; reserve + -ist

Example Sentences

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In the past few days, Cuban state television has shown images of civilian reservists receiving weapons training from the Cuban military.

From BBC

"The Bill expands the reserve pool, allowing the most experienced volunteer reservists to step up and strengthen UK readiness as global threats continue to grow," the MoD posted on X.

From Barron's

New rules will mean reservists remain on call for an extra decade, and lower the threshold for them being called into service.

From BBC

Speaking to AFP on condition of anonymity, he said it read: "Any veterans interested in working? We're looking for reservists from any force. Details via direct message."

From Barron's

It is also tapping a growing pool of reservists to replenish its ranks, and doling out financial incentives that lure men from its hardscrabble provinces.

From The Wall Street Journal

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