civilist — meaning in English

English meaning

• citizen noun A legally recognised member of a country, with rights such as voting and a passport, and duties such as paying taxes.
• civilian noun A person who is not a member of the armed forces, police, or similar organisation.

Senses

civilist is used for these senses in English:

• citizen (Christianity) A resident of the heavenly city or (later) of the kingdom of God: a Christian; a good Christian. [from 15th c.]

citizen — full definition

1. noun A legally recognised member of a country, with rights such as voting and a passport, and duties such as paying taxes.
2. noun A resident of a particular city or town.
3. noun An ordinary member of the public, as distinct from officials or authorities.

civilian — full definition

1. noun A person who is not a member of the armed forces, police, or similar organisation.
2. adj Not related to the military, police, or other uniformed services.

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