noun
- Members of an armed group or militia, especially one engaged in guerrilla warfare or resistance operations; often used in Middle Eastern contexts.
Usage: Plural form; singular is 'fedayee' or 'fida'i'; From Arabic fida'iyyun, meaning 'those who sacrifice themselves'; Often used in historical and political contexts
Examples
- The fedayeen conducted raids across the border.
- Historical accounts describe the fedayeen as dedicated resistance fighters.
- The fedayeen were known for their guerrilla tactics.
- During the conflict, fedayeen groups operated in the region.
- The fedayeen claimed responsibility for the operation.