Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lieutenant-colonel
Noun
/lɛfˈtɛnənt ˈkoʊl.nəl/
Definition
An officer ranking below a colonel and above a major in the military.
Examples
- After years of dedicated service, he was promoted to lieutenant-colonel.
- The lieutenant-colonel addressed the troops before the mission.
- She earned respect as a capable leader while serving as a lieutenant-colonel.
Meaning
Lieutenant-colonel is a rank in the army, air force, and marine corps, typically responsible for commanding a regiment or a similar unit.
Synonyms
- Major
- Colonel
- Senior officer
