rank
Translation
rank, position, status, row
Examples
He holds the rank of captain.
He holds the rank of captain.
The soldiers stood in ranks.
The soldiers stood in ranks.
She rose from the ranks to become CEO.
She rose from the ranks to become CEO.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) rank of ((sth.)) a position in a hierarchy He holds the rank of captain.
in ranks in a row or line The soldiers stood in ranks.
((to)) rise from the ranks to be promoted from a low level She rose from the ranks to become CEO.
Similar Words
Synonyms: position, level, status, grade
Etymology
From Old French 'renc' meaning 'row, line', of Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
Think of soldiers lined up in a 'rank' (a line) according to their importance.