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non-commissioned officer

名词

UK/ˌnɒn.kə.mɪʃ.ᵊnd ˈɒf.ɪ.səʳ/
US/ˌnɑːn.kə.mɪʃ.ᵊnd ˈɑː.fɪ.sɚ/

定义 non-commissioned officer 名词

  1. Countable

    A member of the armed forces who has attained officer status through promotion from lower ranks, rather than by receiving a commission.

    • The sergeant major has served in the military for over 20 years.

    • The corporal was training new recruits in basic combat skills.

    • He was promoted to the rank of sergeant due to his outstanding performance.