lieutenant
Translation
lieutenant
Examples
He was promoted to lieutenant.
He was promoted to lieutenant.
The lieutenant gave the order to advance.
The lieutenant gave the order to advance.
Grammar Patterns
a/the lieutenant an officer of a particular rank in the army, navy, air force, or police force He was promoted to lieutenant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: officer, deputy, commander
Etymology
From French 'lieu' (place) + 'tenant' (holding), literally 'place-holder' or one who takes the place of a superior.
Memory Tips
Pronounced 'lef-tenant' in British English. Think of the officer standing on your 'left'.