defeat in war; military defeat
Refers to losing a war or battle. Often used in historical or formal contexts.
その国は戦敗の後、長い復興の時代に入った。
After its defeat in war, the country entered a long period of reconstruction.
戦敗
Voices were raised questioning responsibility for the military defeat.
defeated country
Compound of 戦 (war, battle) and 敗 (defeat). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the meaning is transparent from its components.