paramilitary
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/ˌpærəˈmɪləteri/
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/ˌpærəˈmɪlətri/
adjective
R
similar to a military force but not official
The paramilitary group wore uniforms and carried weapons.
R
helps the main army with extra forces
The paramilitary units were called in to assist the police during the riots.
noun
R
someone from an unofficial military group
The paramilitaries were involved in illegal activities.
R
someone who helps the official army
The paramilitary forces provided support during the natural disaster.
translation
similar to a military force but not official; helps the main army with extra forces
someone from an unofficial military group; someone who helps the official army
Word Forms
Plural
paramilitaries