brigadier

/,brigə'diə/

Thân thiện

A brigadier reviews a map with his officers in a command tent.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A military rank: A brigadier is a general officer in the army, ranking below a major general and above a colonel. In some armies, the equivalent rank is brigadier general.

Usage

• The term "brigadier" is used as a title or to refer to an officer holding this specific rank.
• It is commonly used in British and Commonwealth armies. In the U.S. Army, the equivalent rank is typically "brigadier general."

Examples

• The brigadier inspected the troops.
• He was promoted to the rank of brigadier after years of distinguished service.
• Brigadier Smith will be giving the briefing.

Advanced Usage

• Acting brigadier: An officer temporarily fulfilling the duties of a brigadier.
  • While the brigadier was on leave, Colonel Jones served as the acting brigadier.
• Brigadier-level: Pertaining to matters or decisions at the rank of brigadier.
  • This is a brigadier-level decision; we must wait for his approval.

Variants and Related Words

• Brigadier general (noun): The full title of the rank in many armies, especially the U.S. military.
  • She was the first woman in her country to become a brigadier general.
• Brigade (noun): A military unit typically commanded by a brigadier or brigadier general.
  • The brigade was deployed to the border region.

Synonyms

• Brigadier general: (The most direct synonym, especially in American English.)
• One-star general: (An informal term referring to the single star insignia of the rank in many armies.)

Related Phrases

• To be made a brigadier: To be promoted to the rank of brigadier.
  • After his successful command, he was made a brigadier.
• Brigadier's command: The unit or area for which a brigadier is responsible.
  • The new fort fell under the brigadier's command.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a general officer ranking below a major general

Từ đồng nghĩa

• brigadier general