noncombatant

(noun)

A non-fighting member of the armed forces

Related Terms

  • terrorism
  • perpetrator

Examples of noncombatant in the following topics:

  • Terrorism

    • An abiding characteristic is the indiscriminate use of violence against noncombatants to gain publicity for a group, cause or individual.
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