Adjutant
/ˈædʒʊtənt/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Military Context
Primarily used to denote a support role within army structures, often in strategy and planning.
As an adjutant, Lt. Smith prepared reports for the commanding officer.
Pro Tip 2/3Not a Rank
'Adjutant' describes a job, not a specific rank, and can be held by officers of various levels.
Captain Rodriguez was proud to serve as the adjutant to the colonel.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Title
Often preceded by ranks, creating compound titles like 'adjutant general', denoting higher positions.
The adjutant general is responsible for issuing commands.
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