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sergeant major

1 of 1noun
/ˈsɑrdʒənt ˈmeɪdʒər/
Forms:sergeant majors
1

large blue-grey black-striped damselfish; nearly worldwide

Synonyms:
Abudefduf saxatilis
2

a non-commissioned officer in the US army, higher than a master sergeant

  • The sergeant major’s booming voice carried across the parade ground, commanding immediate attention.
  • The sergeant major reminded the platoon to focus on the mission’s objectives and maintain their professionalism.
  • The sergeant major was known for his meticulous attention to detail during training exercises.
  • The sergeant major inspected the barracks to ensure everything was in proper order.
  • The sergeant major addressed the troops, offering words of encouragement before their deployment.
Synonyms:
command sergeant major