sergeant
1 of 1noun/ˈsɑrdʒənt/
Forms:sergeants
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a non-commissioned officer in the air force or army below the rank of staff sergeant and above corporal
- The sergeant instructed the recruits on how to properly assemble their rifles.
- A sergeant in the air force is responsible for maintaining discipline and overseeing daily tasks.
- After years of dedicated service, he was promoted from corporal to sergeant.
- During the drill, the sergeant emphasized the importance of teamwork and communication.
- Despite the harsh conditions, the sergeant maintained high morale among the troops.
2
a US police officer below the rank of lieutenant
- The sergeant supervised the investigation and ensured all evidence was properly documented.
- During the briefing, the sergeant assigned patrol routes to the officers.
- After years of hard work, she was promoted to sergeant in the police department.
- While on duty, the sergeant responded to a call about a burglary in progress.
- At the precinct, the sergeant reviewed the day's reports before submitting them to the lieutenant.
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an English barrister of the highest rank
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