civilian
Pronunciation:
/sɪˈvɪljən/noun
Definitions
A person following the pursuits of civil life, especially one who is not an active member of the armed forces.
Example: Three civilians were apprehended by the soldiers and taken away in a military vehicle.
A person who does not belong to a particular group or engage in a particular activity.
Example: The bathroom was for employees only, so no civilians were allowed to use it.
One skilled in civil law.
A student of civil law at a university or college.
adjective
Definitions
Not related to the military, police or other professions.
Example: He worked as a civilian journalist for ten years before being employed by the public broadcaster.