Definition

1. Noun:
   • A rank in a police force: A "police lieutenant" is a commissioned officer in a police department, typically ranking above a sergeant and below a captain. This rank often involves supervisory duties over a unit, shift, or precinct.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The police lieutenant was in charge of the evening shift.
  • After the investigation, the police lieutenant briefed the media.
  • She was promoted to the rank of police lieutenant after ten years of service.

Advanced Usage

• "to be promoted to police lieutenant": to achieve the rank of lieutenant in the police force.

  • He worked diligently for years to be promoted to police lieutenant.

• "acting police lieutenant": temporarily performing the duties of a lieutenant.

  • While the lieutenant was on leave, Sergeant Jones served as the acting police lieutenant.

Variants and Related Words

• Lieutenant (n): A shortened, more general form; the specific meaning of "police lieutenant" is clear from context.
  • The lieutenant called for backup.
• Police Captain (n): The rank typically above a lieutenant.
• Police Sergeant (n): The rank typically below a lieutenant.

Synonyms

• Police officer of supervisory rank: A descriptive synonym emphasizing the supervisory role.
• Commanding officer (in a police context): Highlights the command authority associated with the rank.

Related Phrases

• To hold the rank of lieutenant: To have the position or title.
  • She holds the rank of lieutenant in the metropolitan police.
• Lieutenant's badge: The physical symbol of the rank.
  • He proudly polished his lieutenant's badge.

Noun

1. an officer in a police force