OXFORD 9000
📚 noun • entry_id 21627

colonel

/ˈkɜː.nl̩/
Meanings (ES + gloss)
coronel
A commissioned officer in an armed military organization, typically the highest rank before flag officer ranks (generals). It is generally found in armies, air forces or naval infantry (marines).
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