Militaire Meaning and Definition
Militaire
Pronunciation
/mɪlɪˈtɛəreɪ/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A member of the French military, particularly a non-commissioned officer or a conscript in the French Army, Navy, or Air Force.
Examples
- The militaire officer was responsible for leading the training exercises.
- Militaires are an essential part of the French defense system.
Synonyms
- Soldier
- Officer
Antonyms
- Civilian
- Pacifist
Etymology
The term ‘militaire’ is derived from the French word for ‘military’, which is itself derived from the Latin ‘militaris’, meaning ‘of the military’.
Usage Notes
When referring to a militaire in a formal context, it is common to use the formal title ‘monitrice’ or ‘major’, depending on their rank.
Cultural References
Militaires have been featured prominently in French literature and film, such as in the works of Ernest Hemingway and Jean-Luc Godard.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
‘Allons-y, militaire!’ meaning ‘Let’s go, off you go!’
Related Words or Phrases
Militarism, military, soldier, officer, conscript, armée, marine, aéronautique
Collocations
militaire officer, militaire training, militaire uniform, militaire ranks
Frequency of Use
The term ‘militaire’ is commonly used in French language contexts, particularly in relation to military matters and history.
Common Misspellings
Militray, Militaree, Militere