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Definition military in British English

military adjective

adjective
/ˈmɪlɪt(ə)ri/
1

relating to armies or armed forces and the way in which they are organized

Example

The huge influx of military and civilian personnel created a problem.

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1.1

using armed forces to achieve something

Example

The government is prepared to take military action.

Example

a huge military operation

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Definition military in British English