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soldier (noun)

A soldier is a person who serves in an army or a military force, typically tasked with defending their country or participating in combat. The term can refer to both professional members of the armed forces and those conscripted into service.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'SOL-dier' standing 'SOL-id' like a rock. The 'i' in the middle stands for 'Individual' in the army.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Calling a Sailor a soldier. → Calling them a Sailor.

Spelling it 'solder'. → Soldier.

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