noun / adjective
military
MIL-uh-tair-ee/ˈmɪləteri/
A nation's armed forces, or relating to armed forces and warfare.
The military unit practices organized marching at its base.
Etymology
The pieces describe something as belonging or relating to soldiers. This connection encompasses their service, equipment, and warfare—the range retained by the modern adjective.
In context
Common tactics, standardized weapons and ammunition, plus well-trained troops add up to a NATO military force of impressive strength.
More examples
- She studied military history in college.
- The military helped deliver supplies after the flood.
- He left military service last spring.
Forms
military
militarize verb — Organize or equip for military purposes.
Similar words
- armed forces
- The ordinary collective name rather than the adjective use.