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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

civilians

/ˌsɪvɪˈliːənz/ noun · British & US
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What does civilians mean?

noun

People who are not members of the armed forces or police, especially in a country or area where there is conflict or war.

Example

"The civilians were evacuated from the city before the bombing began."

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