colonel
Pronunciation: [ˈkɜrnəl]
Word
Context: “military”
(noun) a high-ranking officer in the army, air force, or marine corps. A colonel is in charge of a group of soldiers and helps lead them in their work.
Example
The colonel gave a great speech before the troops went into battle.
Example
The colonel was not able to attend the meeting because of another commitment.
Example
What responsibilities does a colonel have in the military?
Context: “title”
(noun) a title used in some countries for certain officials, typically in a ceremonial or honorary role. Sometimes people refer to colonels who have special jobs outside of the military.
Example
The ceremony honored the colonel for his years of service to the community.
Example
Although she was a colonel, she often preferred to work anonymously.
Example
Why do some communities have a colonel for ceremonial events?
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