mercenaries
word · lemma: mercenary
Definition
Mercenaries are soldiers who fight for any country or group that pays them, rather than out of loyalty or patriotism.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to armed fighters paid for their services, often with a negative or disapproving tone. Common in discussions of war and security. Not typically used for professionals in other industries.
Spanish: mercenariosPortuguese (BR): mercenáriosPortuguese (PT): mercenáriosChinese (Simplified): 雇佣兵Chinese (Traditional): 傭兵Hindi: भाड़े के सैनिकArabic: مرتزقةBengali: ভাড়াটে সৈন্য - ভাড়াটে যোদ্ধাRussian: наёмникиJapanese: 傭兵Vietnamese: lính đánh thuêKorean: 용병Turkish: paralı askerlerUrdu: کرایے کے سپاہیIndonesian: tentara bayaran
Example Sentences
Some people became mercenaries after leaving the regular army.
basic
The government denies using mercenaries, but rumors say otherwise.
natural
Many mercenaries move from one conflict to another around the world.
natural
If you join a group of mercenaries, expect a dangerous life.
natural
The army hired mercenaries to help fight in the war.
basic
Mercenaries often fight for money, not for their country.
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