Regular Military
/ˈrɛɡjələr ˈmɪlɪtɛri/
Definitions
- (n.) The standing professional military force of a nation, maintained in peacetime by law distinct from reserve and conscript forces.
The regular military is subject to the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
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- regular military
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Commentary
The term "regular military" commonly denotes the permanent, professional armed forces as opposed to reserve or auxiliary units; legal texts often distinguish these categories to specify jurisdiction and duties.
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