Combatant

usgb/kəmˈbætnt/
noun

A person who fights in a conflict or war.

In the battle, each of the combatants fought bravely.
Visual representation of "combatant" - A person who fights in a conflict or war.

Often appears as...

  • armed combatant
  • enemy combatant
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Visual representation of "combatant"
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Conflict Specific

Use 'combatant' when referring to people directly engaged in warfare or specific conflicts.

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During the ceasefire, all combatants remained in their positions.
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Neutral Term

'Combatant' is a neutral term and doesn't imply which side of the conflict the person is on.

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The peace talks involved representatives from all combatants in the region.
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Non-Combatant Contrast

Distinguish between 'combatant' for fighters and 'non-combatant' for civilians or unarmed military personnel.

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Relief agencies are focused on providing aid to the non-combatants affected by war.
Visual representation of the word "Combatant"

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