official army
[/əˈfɪʃəl ˈɑrmi/]
nounpl: official armies
exército oficial
1. The recognized and legitimized military force of a nation-state, authorized and controlled by the government
The official army of Brazil is responsible for national defense and security.
O exército oficial do Brasil é responsável pela defesa e segurança nacional.
2. Military forces that operate under governmental authority, as opposed to militia groups or unofficial armed forces
The official army must comply with international laws of war.
O exército oficial deve estar em conformidade com as leis internacionais da guerra.
3. The regular, standing armed forces of a country as distinguished from reserves or irregular forces
Members of the official army receive formal training and military discipline.
Os membros do exército oficial recebem treinamento formal e disciplina militar.
In Brazil, 'exército oficial' refers to the Brazilian Army (Exército Brasileiro), one of the three branches of the Armed Forces of Brazil. This institution is constitutionally established and plays a significant role in national defense and occasionally in emergency relief efforts. The term emphasizes legitimacy and governmental authorization, distinguishing official military forces from private security or paramilitary organizations.
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