ex serviceman

/ˌɛksˈsɜrvɪsmən/
noun
  1. A man who formerly served in the armed forces (army, navy, air force, etc.).
    • My grandfather is an ex-serviceman who fought in World War II.
    • The charity provides housing and job training for ex-servicemen.
    • Many ex-servicemen struggle to adjust to civilian life after years in the military.
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