senior captain
The term "senior captain" denotes a rank or position of higher authority and experience across various fields such as military, aviation, maritime, and corporate sectors.
Definition
B2Military
(formal, technical)A rank above captain and below major, responsible for significant operational command.
Example
- The senior captain was tasked with leading the battalion into the field.
B2Naval
(formal, technical)A naval officer rank above captain and below admiral ranks, often overseeing larger ships or fleets.
Example
- The senior captain was promoted to command a new fleet.
B2Civil Aviation
(technical)The highest level for captains of aircraft, typically based on seniority, involving coordination roles.
Example
- As a senior captain, she managed the pilot schedules and training.
C1Merchant Marines
(formal, honorific)A title given to experienced shipmasters, often referred to as commodore.
Example
- The senior captain received the commodore title after years of exemplary service.
B2Corporate
(informal)A leader or manager with extensive experience, overseeing a team or department.
Example
- The senior captain of the sales team has been with the company for over a decade.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "senior captain":
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