Definitions

1. noun

a civilian, especially in a military context

“The general was wary of civs on the base.”

2. noun

a civilian, especially in a civil war context

“The rebel leader protected the civs from the city’s bombing.”

3. noun

a non-commissioned officer’s civilian companion

“The officer’s civ had helped him navigate the city.”

4. noun

a citizen of a city, especially in ancient Rome

“The civ of Rome was proud of its empire.”