Lingo

War and Peace

45 Words

23m

action
1.
ac
tion
Noun

a formal or legal process in which it is decided if someone has done something wrong or illegal

The action was filed to resolve the dispute between the two parties.

View Full Definition
advance
2.
ad
vance
Noun

progress or improvement in a particular area

The company's technological advance has been remarkable this year.

View Full Definition
camp
3.
camp
Noun

a location where people stay temporarily, typically in tents or temporary structures

We set up camp near the lake for our weekend getaway.

View Full Definition
military
4.
mi
li
ta
ry
Adjective

relating to soldiers or the armed forces

Military strategy involves careful planning and coordination of resources.

View Full Definition
air force
5.
air force
Noun

the branch of the armed forces that operates in the air using fighter aircraft

The air force conducted a series of training exercises with their new fighter jets.

View Full Definition
navy
6.
na
vy
Noun

the branch of the armed forces that operates at sea using warships, destroyers, etc.

The navy conducted exercises to ensure readiness for maritime operations.

View Full Definition
strategy
7.
stra
te
gy
Noun

an organized plan made to achieve a goal

Their marketing strategy increased sales last year.

View Full Definition
arm
8.
arm
Noun

one of the two body parts that is connected to the shoulder and ends with fingers

He got a sunburn on his arm after spending the day at the beach.

View Full Definition
grenade
9.
gre
nade
Noun

a small bomb that explodes in a few seconds, can be thrown by hand or fired from a gun

The soldier pulled the pin from the grenade before tossing it towards the enemy position.

View Full Definition
handgun
10.
hand
gun
Noun

a gun that can be used with one hand

The officer drew his handgun when he saw a potential threat.

View Full Definition
mine
11.
mine
Noun

a deep hole or large tunnel in the ground where workers dig for salt, gold, coal, etc.

The diamond mine in Africa was known for its rare gemstones.

View Full Definition
campaign
12.
cam
paign
Noun

a hunting expedition, typically involving an overland journey (especially in Africa)

The wealthy explorer funded a campaign to hunt big game in the Serengeti.

View Full Definition
command
13.
co
mmand
Noun

an order, particularly given by someone in a position of authority

The general issued a command for the troops to advance towards the enemy positions.

View Full Definition
desert
14.
de
sert
Verb

to abandon a person or an organization when they are in need or at a critical moment

She felt utterly betrayed when her closest colleagues deserted her in the midst of the company's crisis.

View Full Definition
dominate
15.
do
mi
nate
Verb

to have the power to completely or partially control someone or something

In the competitive business world, companies strive to dominate their market.

View Full Definition
invade
16.
in
vade
Verb

to enter a territory using armed forces in order to occupy or take control of it

The army decided to invade the neighboring country to secure vital resources.

View Full Definition
recruit
17.
rec
ruit
Verb

to employ people for a company, etc.

The company is actively recruiting new graduates for entry-level positions.

View Full Definition
strike
18.
strike
Verb

to hit using hands or weapons

The blacksmith struck the hot metal with a hammer to shape it.

View Full Definition
19.
gun
fight
Noun

a fight in which two or more individuals or groups use guns

The gunfight erupted suddenly in the streets, causing panic among bystanders.

View Full Definition
arm
20.
arm
Noun

one of the two body parts that is connected to the shoulder and ends with fingers

He got a sunburn on his arm after spending the day at the beach.

View Full Definition
civil
21.
ci
vil
Adjective

polite, courteous, or following basic social conventions

View Full Definition
occupy
22.
occ
u
py
Verb

to live in a place that is either rented or owned

The newlyweds decided to occupy a charming cottage by the lake for their first year of marriage.

View Full Definition
parade
23.
pa
rade
Noun

a public event where people or vehicles orderly move forward, particularly to celebrate a holiday or special day

The city organized a grand parade for the national holiday.

View Full Definition
prisoner of war
24.
prisoner of war
Phrase

someone who is captured by the enemy during a war

Prisoners of war should not be subjected to torture or cruel treatment.

View Full Definition
rank
25.
rank
Verb

to position someone or something on a scale based on importance, quality, etc.

The competition judges will rank the dancers based on their technique and performance.

View Full Definition
refugee
26.
re
fu
gee
Noun

a person who is forced to leave their own country because of war, natural disaster, etc.

The refugee camp provided shelter and basic necessities to displaced families.

View Full Definition
volunteer
27.
vo
lun
teer
Verb

to offer to do something without being forced or without payment

She decided to volunteer at the animal shelter to contribute to animal welfare.

View Full Definition
service
28.
service
Noun

the work done by a person, organization, company, etc. for the benefit of others

The restaurant prided itself on providing excellent service to its customers.

View Full Definition
tank
29.
tank
Noun

a heavily armored military vehicle with tracks and a large gun, used in ground combat

The tank battalion advanced across the battlefield, providing crucial firepower support.

View Full Definition
warship
30.
war
ship
Noun

a ship that is made for war and has weapons

The warship's advanced technology enhanced its combat capabilities.

View Full Definition
31.
war crime
Noun

an inhuman act that is done during a war, which is against the rules of war

Evidence was presented to support the charges of war crimes against the military leaders.

View Full Definition
32.
nuclear submarine
Noun

a ship moving above and below the sea, which is powered by nuclear energy and is usually armed with weapons such as missile

The nuclear submarine can stay submerged for months due to its powerful reactor.

View Full Definition
target
33.
tar
get
Noun

a goal that someone tries to achieve

She set a target to save a certain amount of money by the end of the year.

View Full Definition
wreck
34.
wreck
Verb

to damage or destroy something severely

The storm had the power to wreck houses along the coast.

View Full Definition
spoil
35.
spoil
Verb

to harm, damage, or ruin something

Heavy rain during the outdoor event threatened to spoil the carefully arranged decorations.

View Full Definition
wind
36.
wind
Noun

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

She could hear the wind howling outside her window.

View Full Definition
37.
ground-to-air missile
Noun

a missile aimed at an aircraft from the ground or a ship

The military deployed ground-to-air missiles to protect the base from enemy aircraft.

View Full Definition
38.
air-to-ground missile
Noun

a missile that is aimed from an aircraft at a surface on the ground or sea

Air-to-ground missiles are often equipped with advanced guidance systems to improve accuracy.

View Full Definition
39.
brass knuckles
Noun

a metal weapon that is consisted of a group of connected rings, which is worn on one's fingers in order to hit someone with

He was arrested for carrying brass knuckles in his pocket.

View Full Definition
40.
dog
fight
Noun

an aerial combat in which two or more fighter aircraft are engaged

The film depicted thrilling dogfights between fighter planes in World War II.

View Full Definition
marine
41.
ma
rine
Adjective

related to the sea and the different life forms that exist there

Marine mammals, such as dolphins and whales, are well-adapted to life in the ocean.

View Full Definition
42.
gun down
Verb

to seriously injure or kill a person by shooting them, particularly someone who is defenseless

The assailant attempted to gun down his target in a crowded market.

View Full Definition
43.
United States Marine Corps
Phrase

an armed force of the United States trained for conducting specific military operations such as fighting from the sea

The United States Marine Corps plays a crucial role in national defense and global military operations.

View Full Definition
44.
side
arm
Noun

a weapon, such as a gun or knife, that is carried on the side of the body

He preferred to carry a lightweight sidearm for everyday use rather than a larger firearm.

View Full Definition
bulletproof
45.
bu
llet
proof
Adjective

built in a way that does not let through any bullets or other projectiles

The bulletproof vest saved the officer's life during the shootout.

View Full Definition