combatant

COMBATANT, a. Contending; disposed to contend.

COMBATANT, n.

1. A person who combats; any person who fights with another, or in an army, or fleet.

2. A duellist; one who fights or contends in battle, for the decision of a private quarrel or difference; a champion.

3. A person who contends with another in argument, or controversy.