Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aide-de-camp
noun
/ˌɛɪd də ˈkæmp/
Definition
A military officer who acts as a personal assistant to a superior officer.
Examples
- The general’s aide-de-camp coordinated the logistics for the upcoming operation.
- During the war, he served as an aide-de-camp to a high-ranking officer.
- She was appointed aide-de-camp to the president, taking on many responsibilities in the office.
Meaning
An aide-de-camp is typically responsible for carrying messages, managing schedules, and assisting the superior in various tasks.
Synonyms
- assistant
- adjutant
- aide
