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Soldier

UK /["/ˈsəʊldʒə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈsəʊldʒər/"]/

Definition

a member of an army, especially one who is not an officer

In simple words: A person who fights in an army.

Examples

  • The soldier bravely fought in the battle to defend his country.
  • She met a soldier who had just returned from a long deployment.
  • In times of peace, many soldiers participate in community service projects.
  • A soldier must follow orders from his commanding officer.
  • The soldier stood at attention during the ceremony.

Usage notes

Use 'soldier' to refer specifically to military personnel. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts but avoid using it in contexts unrelated to the military.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a soldier marching with a 'sole' on their shoe.

Collocations

  • brave
  • fine
  • good
  • company
  • group
  • be
  • become
  • serve as
  • enlist
  • be stationed
  • serve
  • as a soldier
  • a soldier of fortune
  • soldiers in uniform
  • soldiers at war

Synonyms

  • warrior
  • combatant
  • fighter
  • trooper
  • military personnel

Antonyms

  • civilian

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'solider', which is not a word.
  • Using 'soldier' to refer to police or firefighters, which are not typically considered soldiers.