Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
militia
noun
/məˈlɪʃ.ə/

Definition
A militia is a group of individuals who are organized for military training and readiness but are not part of the regular armed forces.

Examples
- The local militia was called upon to assist during the natural disaster.
- In some countries, militias have been formed to protect communities from external threats.
- The militia was trained to respond quickly to any security issues.

Meaning
The term refers to a civilian population that can be mobilized for military service in an emergency or crisis. They often operate independently from the formal military structure.

Synonyms
- Guerrilla
- Civic army
- Paramilitary
- Irregulars