Pronunciation: /nɑːnˈkɑːmbətənt/
noun a person who is not engaging in or supporting active warfare
A1 A noncombatant is someone who is not involved in fighting during a war.
A2 The Red Cross provides aid to noncombatants in conflict zones.
B1 It is important to protect noncombatants during armed conflicts.
B2 International humanitarian law prohibits targeting noncombatants in war.
C1 The Geneva Conventions outline protections for noncombatants in armed conflicts.
C2 Noncombatants are often caught in the crossfire of military operations.
adjective not engaging in or supporting active warfare
A1 Noncombatant civilians should be protected during times of war.
A2 The Red Cross provides aid to noncombatant victims of conflict.
B1 International law prohibits the targeting of noncombatant individuals.
B2 Noncombatant casualties are a tragic consequence of armed conflicts.
C1 The Geneva Conventions outline protections for noncombatants in war zones.
C2 The military operation was carefully planned to minimize harm to noncombatant bystanders.
formal The Geneva Conventions protect the rights of noncombatants during times of war.
informal During the conflict, the noncombatants were evacuated to safety.
slang The noncombatants were kept out of harm's way.
figurative In the corporate world, the noncombatants are the support staff who keep things running smoothly.
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