combatant

/kəmˈbætənt/
noun
  1. A person or group that takes part in a fight, war, or conflict.
    • During the war, both combatants suffered heavy losses.
    • The two combatants faced each other in the boxing ring.
    • The treaty required all combatants to lay down their weapons.
  2. A person who actively argues or competes in a non-physical conflict.
    • The political combatants exchanged sharp words during the televised discussion.
    • In the debate, each combatant presented strong evidence for their side.
    • The legal combatants spent months preparing their cases for court.
adjective
  1. Engaged in or ready to fight; relating to fighting or conflict.
    • The combatant nations signed a ceasefire agreement.
    • The soldiers were in a combatant posture, ready for any attack.
    • She had a combatant spirit that made her a fierce competitor.
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