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arm·cha·ir gen·er·al

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  1. armchair generalnoun

    An outspoken warmonger, and/or a self-appointed strategist, who normally lacks actual military experience, and probably has no intention to get any in the near future.

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  1. Armchair general

    "Armchair general" is a derogatory term for a person who regards themselves as an expert on military matters, despite having little to no actual experience in the military. Alternatively, it can mean a military commander who does not participate in actual combat.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of armchair general in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of armchair general in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7


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