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Meaning
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soldier
This noun refers to a servicemember who is currently enlisted and serving in the military.
vi Người lính đang đứng gác nghiêm trang ở cổng doanh trại.
en The soldier is standing guard solemnly at the barracks gate.
subordinate
This noun refers to a subordinate or person who carries out tasks under another's direction.
vi Ở công ty, anh ấy chỉ là lính, sếp bảo gì thì làm nấy.
en At the company he is just an underling; he does whatever the boss tells him.