Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

brigade-commander

Noun

/brɪˈɡeɪd kəˈmɑːndər/

Definition

A brigade-commander is a military officer who is in charge of a brigade, which is a large unit that may consist of several regiments or battalions.

Examples

The brigade-commander issued orders to prepare for the upcoming exercise.
As a seasoned brigade-commander, she led her troops with confidence during the mission.
The brigade-commander was praised for their tactical expertise in the field.

Meaning

The term refers to an individual responsible for the overall leadership, strategic planning, and operational command of a brigade in military hierarchy.