Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

field-rank

Noun

/fiːld ræŋk/

Definition

Field-rank refers to a military rank that is held by officers who typically serve in a command or leadership position within a field army.

Examples

The General held a field-rank, overseeing several battalions during the operation.
Field-rank officers are essential for coordinating missions in a combat zone.
After years of service, she was promoted to a field-rank position within her regiment.

Meaning

In the context of military organization, field-rank denotes the ranks of officers who are responsible for leading troops in field operations, usually above the company level and below general officers.