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combatant

/kəm.ˈbæ.tənt/

Meanings
  • noun

    A person, group, or country engaged in military conflict or warfare.

    - "The combatants in the war signed a peace treaty."
    - "The combatant soldiers were injured in the battle."
  • noun

    A person who competes or fights, especially in a sport or other contest.

    - "The combatants in the boxing match were evenly matched."
    - "The combatant athletes trained rigorously for the competition."

Synonyms

battler , fighter
Rhymes
Words rhyming with combatant
commate , compliment , compartment , composure , contempt
Variants
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combatant , combatants
Forms
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combatants, combatant's, combatants'


Etymology
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From the Latin word 'combatere', meaning 'to fight together'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'combatant' is often used in international law to refer to individuals who are directly involved in an armed conflict.

  2. In the context of chess, a combatant is a term used to describe a player who is actively trying to win the game.


Related Concepts
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  1. Soldier: A combatant who is a member of the military.

  2. Warrior: A combatant who is a skilled fighter, often in the context of a noble or chivalric society.


Culture
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In literature, combatants are often depicted as brave and heroic figures in war stories. In art, they are often portrayed in paintings and sculptures commemorating battles and military victories. In music, combatants are a common theme in songs about war and conflict.

How to Memorize "combatant"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a group of soldiers in military uniforms, armed and ready for battle.
    - Visualize two athletes facing off in a competitive sporting event.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'combatant' with the idea of fighting or competing.
    - Think of a person or group engaged in a conflict or contest.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a memory aid by associating the word 'combatant' with the word 'contender', as they both refer to someone who competes or fights.


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