militia
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A group of ordinary citizens trained to fight, used to support or replace a regular army.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A local _____ defended the town before the regular troops arrived."
Answer: militia
In your own words, what does "militia" mean?
A group of ordinary citizens trained to fight, used to support or replace a regular army.
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