unsoldier

/ˌənsɒlˈdɪər, ˌʌnsɔlˈdɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is no longer a soldier, often as a result of being discharged from military service.

“After being honorably discharged, the unsoldier struggled to adjust to civilian life.”

2. verb

To remove someone from their military status, often as a result of discharge or retirement.

“The veteran was unsoldiered after serving for over 20 years.”

Synonyms

  • ex-soldier
  • former soldier

Antonyms

  • enlist
  • recruit