Meaning of the word mercenary in English
What does mercenary mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mercenary
US /ˈmɝː.sən.ri/
UK /ˈmɝː.sən.ri/
Noun
1.
a professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army
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The country hired mercenaries to fight in the civil war.
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He was accused of being a ruthless mercenary.
Adjective
1.
primarily concerned with making money at the expense of ethics
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His actions were purely mercenary, driven by profit alone.
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She criticized the company's mercenary approach to business.
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