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conscientious objection
noun
refusal on moral or religious grounds to bear arms in a military conflict or to serve in the armed forces.
Origin:
1895–1900
1895–1900
Related forms
conscientious objector, noun
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World English Dictionary
| conscientious objector | |
| —n | |
| a person who refuses to serve in the armed forces on the grounds of conscience | |
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Word Origin & History
conscientious objector
1899, with ref. to British government in India and religious scruples about mandatory vaccination. Military sense predominated from World War I.
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American Heritage
Cultural Dictionary
conscientious objector (CO) A person who refuses to render military service on the grounds of moral principle or religious belief. A CO must demonstrate a sincere, active, and long-standing objection in order to receive an exemption from armed service. The United States and some European governments officially recognize CO status; approved COs are usually required to perform social service or noncombat military service in place of armed duty. (See also draft, draft dodger, and Selective Service System.)
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