noncombatant

noun
UK: /nɒnˈkɒmbətənt/
US: /nɑːnˈkɑːmbətənt/

  1. A person who is not involved in fighting during a war.

    1. The noncombatant was injured by the bomb.
    2. The treaty protects noncombatant civilians during armed conflicts, ensuring their safety and well-being.

  2. A person who is not a member of the armed forces.

    1. He worked as a noncombatant for the army.
    2. She volunteered as a noncombatant, providing medical assistance to those affected by the conflict.

Synonyms

civilian
noncombatant adjective

  1. Relating to people who are not involved in fighting in a war.

    1. They help noncombatant people in the war zone.
    2. The organization provides aid for noncombatant victims of the conflict, addressing their urgent needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "noncombatant" in English means: A person who is not involved in fighting during a war., A person who is not a member of the armed forces..

The phonetic transcription of "noncombatant" is /nɒnˈkɒmbətənt/ in British English and /nɑːnˈkɑːmbətənt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "noncombatant": civilian.

Example usage of "noncombatant": "The noncombatant was injured by the bomb.". More examples on the page.