Meaning of 'military'

adjective

associated with or performed by members of the armed services as contrasted with civilians

Example: "military police"

adjective

characteristic of or associated with soldiers or the military

Example: "military uniforms"

adjective

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

Example: "military law"

noun

the military forces of a nation

Example: "their military is the largest in the region"

Synonyms: armed forces armed services military machine war machine