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lieutenant Definition


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lieutenant
noun
    1. A deputy acting for a superior.
    2. An officer in the British army and navy.
    (US)
    3. A police officer or fireman with the rank immediately below captain.
Etymology: 14c: French, from lieu place + tenant holding.



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