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View definitions for civilian

civilian

adjective as in nonmilitary

noun as in nonmilitary person

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There is some evidence that the refinery strikes are having an impact on civilian life in parts of Russia.

From BBC

It is a civilian role which involves working closely with sergeants and constables, but not taking part in arrests.

From BBC

For the tens of thousands of civilians trapped inside the city, each day is a nightmare.

From BBC

Israel’s military campaign has so far killed more than 66,000 people, the vast majority of them civilians, according to Gaza health officials and international aid groups.

And as Israel continues its offensive in Gaza City, the UN says that attacks on and around hospitals have left sick and injured civilians with nowhere to go for life-saving treatment.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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