Military Reserve Force
/ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri rɪˈzɜrv fɔrs/
Definitions
- (n.) A body of military personnel who are not in active service but can be called upon during emergencies to supplement regular armed forces.
The military reserve force was activated to support the national defense during the crisis.
Forms
- military reserve force
- military reserve forces
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Commentary
The term typically refers to personnel legally obligated to serve if summoned. Distinguish from active duty forces and militias in legal texts.
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