Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cno
Abbreviation
/siːɛnˈoʊ/

Definition
CNO refers to the Chief of Naval Operations, a senior military officer responsible for the operations and readiness of the United States Navy.

Examples
- The CNO addressed the issues facing the fleet at a recent press conference.
- As CNO, he implemented several reforms to improve naval efficiency.

Meaning
In the context of military hierarchy, CNO is a key leadership position charged with overseeing naval strategy and personnel.

Synonyms
- Chief of Naval Operations
- Naval head