military

From Wiktionary

military is part of the Basic English 850.
military is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

[change] Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈmɪlɪtəri/
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[change] Adjective

Positive military

Comparative more military

Superlative most military

1. Something is a military thing if it is about armies, war and weapons.

   Sick soldiers go to the military hospital.

[change] Noun

Singular military

Plural military or militaries

1. Armed forces.
2. (US); (with "the") United States armed forces in general.

   It's not the job of the military to make policy.