Military Unit

/ˈmɪlɪtɛri ˈjuːnɪt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legally recognized group of armed forces personnel organized for military purposes under a chain of command.
    The military unit was deployed to maintain peace during the civil unrest.

Forms

  • military units

Commentary

The term broadly covers any organized group within the military subject to legal and command frameworks; specific designations like battalion or regiment are subsets.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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