Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deserter
noun
/dɪˈzɜːrtər/
Definition
A deserter is someone who abandons their duty or post, especially in military service.
Examples
- The soldier was labeled a deserter after failing to report back from leave.
- Deserters often face severe penalties for abandoning their post.
- During the war, many took the risk of becoming a deserter rather than continue fighting.
Meaning
The act of leaving a position or responsibility without permission, particularly in a military context.
Synonyms
- Defector
- Abandoner
- Renegade
- Quitter
- Traitor
