commodore
Translation
commodore
Examples
The commodore addressed the naval fleet.
The commodore addressed the naval fleet.
He was elected commodore of the yacht club.
He was elected commodore of the yacht club.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) commodore ((...)) a naval officer of high rank The commodore inspected the ship.
Similar Words
Synonyms: admiral, captain, chief
Etymology
From Dutch 'kommandeur', related to 'commander'. It signifies a commander of a squadron.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'commander' who is in charge of a 'common door' for a fleet of ships.