Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hors-de-combat

Adjective

/ˌɔːrz də kɒ̃ˈbɑː/

Definition

Incapable of being or being made ready for action; out of action.

Examples

The soldier was declared hors-de-combat after sustaining severe injuries in the battle.
Due to the storm, many sailors were hors-de-combat and unable to join the fishing expedition.

Meaning

The term ‘hors-de-combat’ is used to describe someone or something that is disabled or unable to participate in combat or any activity due to injury or other reasons.