How to pronounce military

Say it like this: /ˈmɪlɪtɛɹi/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈmɪlɪtɛɹi/

What does military mean?

adjCharacteristic of members of the armed forces.

“She was dishonorably discharged from all military duties.”

Relating to armed forces such as the army, marines, navy and air force (often as distinguished from civilians or police forces).

“If you join a military force, you may end up killing people.”

Relating to war.

nounArmed forces.

“He spent six years in the military.”

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