Volunteer Force
/ˈvɒlʌntɪər fɔːrs/
Definitions
- (n.) A military or paramilitary unit composed of civilians who volunteer for service, often supplementary to regular armed forces.
The government called upon the volunteer force to assist in national defense during the crisis.
Forms
- volunteer force
- volunteer forces
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Commentary
The term emphasizes voluntary enlistment rather than conscription; often codified distinctly in military or defense statutes.
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