civilian
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A person who is not a member of the armed forces or police.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
soldier
combatant
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The report noted a sharp rise in _____ casualties during the conflict."
Answer: civilian
In your own words, what does "civilian" mean?
A person who is not a member of the armed forces or police.
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