prisoner of war

US /ˌprɪz.ən.ər əv ˈwɔːr/
UK /ˌprɪz.ən.ər əv ˈwɔːr/
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a person, usually a member of the armed forces, who has been captured by the enemy in wartime

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Many soldiers became prisoners of war during the conflict.
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The international community works to protect the rights of prisoners of war.
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