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standing army

/ˈstændɪŋ ˈɑːrmi/

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/ˈstændɪŋ ˈɑːrmi/C1formalpolitical
  • ruПостоянная профессиональная военная сила, поддерживаемая страной в мирное время, в отличие от формируемой только во время войны или чрезвычайных ситуаций.

A permanent, professional military force maintained by a country in peacetime, as opposed to being raised only during war or emergencies.

  1. B2formal

    A professional, permanent military force maintained by a country in peacetime, as opposed to a temporary force raised for a specific conflict.

    ruПостоянная армия

    • Many nations maintain a standing army for national defense.
    • The country's standing army was deployed to the border.
    • A standing army requires significant funding and resources.