Noncombatant Definition & Meaning
noncombatant
- adjective
- used of civilians in time of war
- member of armed forces whose duties do not include fighting as e.g. a chaplain or surgeon
- noun
- a member of the armed forces who does not participate in combat (e.g. a chaplain or surgeon)
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