non-commissioned officer

noun

Pronunciation: ˌnɒn.kəˌmɪʃ.ənd ˈɒf.ɪ.sər

Definition

A military leader who has gained authority through promotion rather than a formal commission from the head of state.

Examples

• The non-commissioned officer led the training exercise with precision.

• Many non-commissioned officers serve as the backbone of the infantry.

• She was promoted to a non-commissioned officer after five years of exemplary service.

Synonyms of non-commissioned officer

Words with a similar meaning to non-commissioned officer:

• NCO
• sergeant
• enlisted leader

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