Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sgt

abbreviation
ˈsər-jənt
Definition
A rank in the military or police force, short for Sergeant.
Examples
  • The sgt. organized the training exercise for the new recruits.
  • As a sgt, she was responsible for maintaining discipline in her unit.
  • The sgt. responded quickly to the emergency call.
Meaning
Sgt is commonly used to denote a non-commissioned officer who supervises and leads a group of soldiers or police officers.
Synonyms
  • Sergeant
  • Non-commissioned officer
  • Supervisor