Definition of Sergeant
Sergeant
ser·geant


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(noun)
a non-commissioned officer in a branch of the military, ranked below a staff sergeant and above a corporal;

e.g. She was awarded the rank of sergeant for her service.

(noun)
a member of the police force who is ranked below a lieutenant (American) or below an inspector (British);

e.g. The police sergeant inquired as to their progress on the case.



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