military · adjective /ˈmɪl.ə.ter.i/
Word family
Nouns: militancy, militant, militarism, military, militia
Adjectives: military, militant, militaristic
Adverbs: militantly, militarily
military
B2 relating to the army, navy, or air force
Dictionary examples:
military action/service
military uniform
military targets/forces
Learner example:
During my military experience I worked in the kitchen, so kitchen work is quite normal for me as well. (First Certificate in English; B2; Danish)
military · noun /ˈmɪl.ə.ter.i/
Word family
Nouns: militancy, militant, militarism, military, militia
Adjectives: military, militant, militaristic
Adverbs: militantly, militarily
the military
C1 a country's army, navy, and air force
Dictionary example:
The military has opposed any cuts in defense spending.
Learner example:
Until the 1970s, fencing was a sport restricted to the military. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Portuguese)
