What does the word guerrilla mean?

"Guerrilla" is a Spanish word meaning "little war" or "small war". It's often used to describe:

* Guerrilla warfare: A form of irregular warfare in which small groups of combatants, typically civilians, use military tactics such as ambushes, sabotage, and raids to fight a larger and better-equipped enemy.

* Guerrillas: The individuals who engage in guerrilla warfare.

The word "guerrilla" originates from the Spanish word "guerra," meaning "war." The suffix "-illa" often denotes something small or diminutive.