Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sergeant
noun
/ˈsɑːrdʒənt/
Definition
A non-commissioned officer in the armed forces, usually ranking above a corporal.
Examples
- The sergeant led his troops into the training exercise.
- She worked hard to attain the rank of sergeant in the police force.
- During the briefing, the sergeant outlined the next steps for the mission.
Meaning
The term ‘sergeant’ refers to a rank in the military used to denote a leadership position among enlisted personnel. Sergeants are often responsible for training and supervising soldiers.
Synonyms
- corporal
- officer
- drill sergeant
- chief
