Civilian Definition & Meaning

civilian
adjective
  1. associated with civil life or performed by persons who are not active members of the military; "civilian clothing"; "civilian life"
noun
  1. a nonmilitary citizen

"Civilian" in song lyrics

See how civilian is used in real songs:

  • "How to take the life of every innocent civilian"
    7L & Esoteric — Terrorist's Cell
  • "Have a house away from the average civilian"
    AllFrumThaI f/ Mack 10 — Fill My Cup (To Tha Rim)
  • "Don't mean that I'm really a Super civilian"
    BrassMunk — Oh Supaman (Kryptonite)

Usage tips for "civilian"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "civilian" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for civilian to find words that pair well.

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