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guerilla

/ɡəˈrɪl.ə/

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noun

/ɡəˈrɪl.ə/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее члена небольшой, независимой военной группы, которая ведет нерегулярные боевые действия, часто против более крупных, устоявшихся сил.

A noun referring to a member of a small, independent military group that engages in irregular warfare, often against a larger, established force.

  1. Irregular soldierB2formal

    A member of a small independent group taking part in irregular fighting, typically against larger regular forces.

    ruПартизан

    • The guerillas launched a surprise attack on the military convoy.
    • Many guerillas operate from remote jungle bases.
    • The government is negotiating with the guerilla leaders for peace.

    Synonymsfreedom fighterinsurgentirregularpartisan

  2. Unconventional fighterB2formal

    A person who engages in unconventional warfare, often using hit-and-run tactics.

    ruПартизан

    • The guerilla fighters used the terrain to their advantage.
    • Guerilla warfare relies on speed and surprise.
    • He was captured while fighting as a guerilla in the mountains.

    Synonymsfreedom fighterinsurgentirregularpartisan

Forms
  • guerillas plural form
  • guerillas' possessive plural form
  • guerilla's possessive singular form