noun
- plural of nonmilitary; people or groups that are not part of the military or armed forces
Usage: typically used in formal or legal contexts; often refers to civilians in contrast to military personnel
Examples
- The treaty protects nonmilitaries from being targeted during armed conflict.
- International law distinguishes between militaries and nonmilitaries in war zones.
- Humanitarian organizations work to safeguard nonmilitaries in conflict regions.
- The report documented violations against nonmilitaries during the occupation.
- Nonmilitaries have the right to remain neutral in disputes between nations.