1. soldiers who are not part of the regular army; guerrilla fighters or militia members
Usage: military
2. merchandise that has minor flaws or defects, usually sold at reduced prices
Usage: commercial

Examples

• The irregulars fought a guerrilla campaign against the occupying forces.
• Local irregulars knew the terrain better than the regular army.
• The clothing store had a sale on irregulars with minor stitching flaws.
• She bought irregulars at half price because of small imperfections.
• The irregulars harassed enemy supply lines throughout the war.
• Many irregulars were sold as factory seconds at the outlet mall.