Definition
paramilitaries
noun
- Members of an armed group organized along military lines but not part of the official armed forces of a state.
Usage: Plural form; typically refers to organized groups with quasi-military structure; Often associated with political movements, insurgencies, or private security operations
Examples
- The government cracked down on paramilitaries operating in the border region.
- Armed paramilitaries clashed with police during the protest.
- International observers expressed concern about paramilitaries recruiting young people.
- The paramilitaries claimed they were defending their community from outside threats.
- Law enforcement agencies have been investigating the activities of various paramilitaries.
- Some paramilitaries operate as private security contractors for wealthy clients.