Militia Definition & Meaning

militia
noun
  1. civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army
  2. the entire body of physically fit civilians eligible by law for military service; "their troops were untrained militia"; "Congress shall have power to provide for calling forth the militia"--United States Constitution

"Militia" in song lyrics

See how militia is used in real songs:

  • "The young God fisher, Bottom Up Militia"
    9th Prince f/ Shyheim, William Cooper — Sour Diesel
  • "I get you, and hit you wit the Parkside militia"
    A+ — Enter Hempstead
  • "Moving with Michigan militia"
    Almighty f/ Timbo King — Killa Bee Swarm

Usage tips for "militia"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "militia" 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 militia to find words that pair well.

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