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civilian

[si-vil-yuhn] / sɪˈvɪl yən /


NOUN
nonmilitary person
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Dr Lawrence Hill-Cawthorne, co-director of the Centre for International Law at the University of Bristol, reiterated that the "fundamental rule of law" is that civilian objects must not be targeted.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

They were part-time, locally controlled forces, composed of citizens who could be called up in emergencies and then returned to civilian life.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

The targeting of civilian infrastructure has been met by a growing chorus of criticism from legal scholars who warn of violations of international humanitarian law and possible war crimes.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

There might have to be some exceptions for inbound civilian goods.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

It was the first time that Ben had noticed that his father had not changed into his civilian clothes since he had gotten home.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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