combat fatigue

noun

1. battle fatigue.

combat fatigue

noun

1. another term for battle fatigue

Word History and Origins

Origin of combat fatigue¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

On a recent morning, National Guards troops — some dressed in full combat fatigues, others in T-shirts and shorts — could be seen exercising, milling about and playing a game of touch football.

From Los Angeles Times

They stand around in combat fatigues, holding their rifles and listening intently as she describes how the family's belongings were thrown into the street.

From BBC

The prosecutor’s office said several men in combat fatigues entered the concert hall and fired at visitors.

From Seattle Times

He stepped back while burly Qatari airmen in combat fatigues made some adjustments.

From BBC

Social media users made the claim while sharing a video of a military leader dressed in combat fatigues speaking in Arabic.

From Seattle Times