lieutenant

noun

A commissioned officer in the armed forces, typically ranking below a captain and above a second lieutenant in the army, or below a lieutenant commander in the navy. noun
The lieutenant was responsible for leading the platoon into battle.
After years of service, she was promoted from second lieutenant to first lieutenant.
A deputy or substitute acting for a superior, especially in a military or administrative context. noun
The general's lieutenant handled the day-to-day operations while he was away.
As the CEO's lieutenant, he was trusted with making important decisions in her absence.

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