reserve forces
[/rɪˈzɜːrv ˈfɔːrsɪz/]
nounpl: reserve forces
forças de reserva
1. Military personnel who are not on active duty but are trained and available to be called upon in case of war or emergency
The reserve forces were mobilized when the conflict escalated.
As forças de reserva foram mobilizadas quando o conflito se intensificou.
2. The inactive branch of the armed forces composed of part-time soldiers ready for deployment
Many citizens serve in the reserve forces to supplement the active military.
Muitos cidadãos servem nas forças de reserva para complementar o exército ativo.
In Brazil, reserve forces (forças de reserva) are regulated by military law and include trained personnel who can be recalled for national defense. In the USA, reserve forces are an important component of military preparedness and include units like the Army Reserve and Air Force Reserve. Members often maintain civilian jobs while serving part-time.
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