民兵
Meanings
1
militia; militiaman
Refers to a military force composed of ordinary citizens, or a member of such a force. Can be used for both the collective body and an individual fighter.
A militia was organized in that region.
He fought as a militiaman.
Usage patterns
- 民兵を組織するto organize/form a militia
The villagers organized a militia for self-defense.
- 民兵が蜂起するfor a militia to rise up (in revolt)
Militias rose up against the government in various regions.
- 〈相手〉と民兵が衝突するfor a militia to clash with (someone/some force)
The militia clashed with government troops near the border.