IDF

abbreviation for

1. Israel Defense Forces: the national military of Israel.

Word History and Origins

Origin of IDF¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

The IDF said in a statement on Monday that its forces had killed "dozens of terrorists in close-quarters encounters and through targeted strikes" in the Beit Lahia area over the past week.

From BBC

The IDF is now embroiled in war both in Gaza and Lebanon, at enormous cost to civilian life.

From Salon

The IDF says it’s investigating the incident, but Hanan’s grieving relatives have little hope or expectation that her killer will be brought to justice.

From BBC

The BBC has reached out to the IDF about the second strike in central Beirut.

From BBC

“And I can tell you that the IDF is operating on Israeli territory making sure that a terror invasion is not possible, making sure we are defending our borders.”

From BBC