Meaning of the word deserter in English

What does deserter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deserter

US /dɪˈzɝː.t̬ɚ/
UK /dɪˈzɜː.tər/

Noun

a person who abandons their duty, especially in the armed forces

Example:
The soldier was declared a deserter after failing to report for duty.
He was branded a deserter for leaving his post during the battle.