Militia
Definition
(noun) A military force composed of ordinary citizens
Examples
“The militia was called upon to defend the town from invaders.”
“Militia drills started before sunrise.”
“At the county fair, the militia kept watch by the gates.”
“Her uncle joined a local militia after the flood.”
“The town called up its militia when the bridge went out.”
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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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