military personnel

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military personnel

Two military personnel stand guard at a secure entrance.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Individuals serving in the armed forces: Refers to people who are members of a nation's military, including soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines.
    • The collective body of soldiers: Denotes the group of all individuals serving in the military forces as a whole.
Usage Examples

  • Noun (Individual):

    • The base provides housing for military personnel and their families.
    • All military personnel must follow the chain of command.

  • Noun (Collective):

    • The country is increasing its military personnel by ten thousand.
    • The operation required a large deployment of military personnel.
Advanced Usage

  • "Active-duty military personnel": Individuals currently serving full-time in the armed forces.

    • Benefits are available to all active-duty military personnel.

  • "Retired military personnel": Individuals who have completed their service in the armed forces.

    • The club offers discounts for retired military personnel.
Variants and Related Words

  • Servicemember (n): A common synonym for an individual in military service.

    • The program supports servicemembers transitioning to civilian life.

  • Troops (n): Often used to refer to soldiers, especially in groups.

    • The general addressed the troops before the mission.
Synonyms
  • Service members: Individuals serving in the armed forces.
  • Armed forces: The combined military services of a nation.
Related Phrases

  • Military personnel file: The official record of a service member's career.

    • The promotion board reviewed his military personnel file.

  • Military personnel carrier: A vehicle for transporting troops.

    • The armored military personnel carrier advanced to the front line.
Notes on Usage
  • The term "military personnel" is a standard, formal collective term. It is neutral and encompasses all ranks and branches (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard).
  • When used with a singular verb, it typically refers to the concept as a collective entity. When used with a plural verb or when referring to individuals, it is treated as a plural noun.
    • Military personnel is being reduced. (Collective entity)
    • Military personnel are required to wear uniforms. (Referring to individuals)
military personnel

Two military personnel stand guard at a secure entrance.

Noun
  1. someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force
    • two men stood sentry duty
  2. soldiers collectively

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