militia
/mɪˈlɪʃə/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #6858 in the learning path
民兵组织
Definitions
n. A military group whose members are not full-time professional soldiers.
民兵组织
Example
The museum displayed uniforms once worn by the local militia.
博物馆展出了当地民兵曾经穿过的制服。
Historical records show that the militia consisted mainly of farmers who trained alongside their regular work.
历史记录显示，这支民兵主要由农民组成，他们在日常劳作之余参加训练。
Collocations
- a local militia
- form a militia
- militia members
Usage tip
指组织；单个成员用a militia member。
FAQ
- What does militia mean?
- A military group whose members are not full-time professional soldiers.
- How is militia pronounced?
- UK /mɪˈlɪʃə/, US /mɪˈlɪʃə/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
