Soldiers
/ˈsoʊlʤərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Members of an army, legally recognized as combatants under international law.
The soldiers were granted prisoner of war status under the Geneva Conventions.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'soldiers' refers specifically to members of armed forces recognized under laws of war; distinguish from civilian auxiliaries or mercenaries.
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