guerilla

• Sustantivo que designa a un miembro de un pequeño grupo militar independiente que lleva a cabo acciones de combate irregulares, a menudo contra fuerzas establecidas más grandes. También puede referirse a la táctica o tipo de guerra no convencional utilizada por dichos grupos.

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.

   guerrillero

   • 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.

   Sinónimosfreedom fighterinsurgentirregularpartisan

2. Unconventional fighterB2formal

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

   Guerrillero

   • 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.

   Sinónimosfreedom fighterinsurgentirregularpartisan