lieutenant

//luːˈtɛnənt//
B2Frequency Level 8Formal
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Noun

lieutenantSingular
lieutenantsPlural
1

A commissioned officer in the armed forces, typically ranking below a captain.

He was promoted to lieutenant after serving two years in the army.

2

A police officer ranking below a captain.

Lieutenant Johnson was promoted to captain after ten years of service.

3

A deputy or substitute acting for a superior; a person who assists or represents another in their duties.

She served as the manager's lieutenant, handling daily operations in his absence.

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