Pronunciation: /ˈmɪləˌteri/
noun the armed forces of a country
A1 The military protects our country.
A2 My cousin joined the military last year.
B1 The military plays a crucial role in national defense.
B2 The military conducted a successful operation to rescue hostages.
C1 The military is constantly adapting to new technologies and strategies.
C2 The military's involvement in international conflicts has sparked debate among politicians.
adjective relating to or characteristic of soldiers or armed forces
A1 The military man saluted the general.
A2 She comes from a military family.
B1 The military operation was successful in capturing the enemy base.
B2 The military equipment was top of the line.
C1 The military strategy employed by the commander was highly effective.
C2 The military personnel underwent rigorous training before deployment.
formal The military plays a crucial role in safeguarding national security.
informal My cousin just joined the military and is stationed overseas.
slang I heard that movie is about a group of friends who go on a crazy military mission.
figurative In the business world, strategy is often compared to military tactics.
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