Paramilitary Group
/ˌpærəˈmɪlɪtɛri gruːp/
Definitions
- (n.) An organized group that is not part of the official armed forces but engages in military-style operations, often with a political or paramilitary function.
The government condemned the paramilitary group for violating human rights during the conflict.
Forms
- paramilitary group
- paramilitary groups
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Commentary
The term often appears in contexts involving non-state armed actors; careful distinction from official military forces is essential in legal drafting.
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