combat

noun C1

Meaning

"Combat" refers to a structured and often violent confrontation between opposing forces, typically in a military context, characterized by strategic maneuvers and the application of force to achieve specific objectives, including but not limited to territ
💡 While "combat" is frequently associated with military operations, it can also be applied metaphorically to describe intense competition or conflict in various fields, such as business or politics. Care should be taken to avoid conflating physical confrontation with non-physical forms of conflict.

Example Sentences

The combat against climate change requires global cooperation and commitment .
The soldiers prepared for combat before the mission began .
The study focuses on the combat strategies used in ancient warfare .
The team held a meeting to discuss the combat against market risks .

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