lance corporal
The term "lance corporal" refers to a military rank used in various armed forces, positioned between private and corporal.
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Definition
B2United States Marine Corps
(formal)An enlisted rank above private first class and below corporal.
Example
- He was promoted to lance corporal after completing his training.
- A lance corporal in the Marines often has additional responsibilities compared to a private first class.
B2British Army and Royal Marines
(formal)A non-commissioned officer rank above private and below corporal.
Example
- The lance corporal led his squad through the training exercise.
- In the British Army, a lance corporal often assists a corporal or sergeant.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "lance corporal":
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