How to pronounce“Colonel”in English
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Definitions of “Colonel”
A commissioned officer in an armed military organization, typically the highest rank before flag officer ranks (generals). It is generally found in armies, air forces or naval infantry (marines).
“The colonel and his sponsor made a queer contrast: Greystone long and stringy, with a face that seemed as if a cold wind was eternally playing on it. […] But there was not a more lascivious reprobate and gourmand in all London than this same Greystone.”
A military leader, distinct from the modern professional military rank.
“General Charles-Maximilian Fiennes was made colonel of the army.”
To act as or like a colonel.
“Then did Sir Knight abandon dwelling, And out he rode Colonelling.”
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