noun
a person who is not engaging in or supporting active warfare
adjective
not engaging in or supporting active warfare
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The Geneva Conventions protect the rights of noncombatants during times of war.
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During the conflict, the noncombatants were evacuated to safety.
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The noncombatants were kept out of harm's way.
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In the corporate world, the noncombatants are the support staff who keep things running smoothly.