Definitions

1. adjective

relating to citizens or their rights and duties; concerned with the welfare of society

“The civil rights movement aimed to end racial segregation.”

2. noun

a member of a community or city, especially as opposed to a member of the military

“The civil population was affected by the war.”

3. noun

the non-military or non-naval part of a country’s armed forces

“The civil component of the military played a crucial role in disaster relief.”

4. noun

the part of a country’s or city’s government that is responsible for internal affairs

“The civil administration worked to rebuild the city after the natural disaster.”

5. noun

a court of law or a judge

“The civil court heard the case and delivered a verdict.”

6. adverb

in a polite and courteous manner

“Please address the professor in a civil manner.”