Active duty
Active Duty
Active Duty (pronounced: /ˈæk.tɪv ˈdjuː.ti/) is a term used in the military to describe a person who is currently serving full-time in the military. This is in contrast to reserve duty, where the person is not serving full-time but can be called upon to do so if needed.
Etymology
The term "Active Duty" comes from the military context, where "duty" refers to a task or job that someone is required to perform. "Active" is used to differentiate this from "reserve" duty, where the person is not actively serving but is available if needed.
Related Terms
- Reserve Duty: A status in which military personnel are not actively serving but can be called upon to do so if needed.
- Military Service: The overall term for serving in the military, which can include both active duty and reserve duty.
- Deployment: The act of sending military personnel into duty, often in a specific location or for a specific mission.
- Discharge: The process of officially releasing someone from their duty in the military.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Active duty
- Wikipedia's article - Active duty
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