noun
returned soldier; returning soldier
Refers to a soldier who has returned from war or military service. Often used in historical or news contexts.
戦争が終わり、多くの帰還兵が故郷に戻った。
When the war ended, many returned soldiers went back to their hometowns.
帰還兵の社会復帰を支援するプログラムがある。
There are programs to support the reintegration of returning soldiers into society.
Compound of 帰還 (return home) and 兵 (soldier).