noncommissioned
not commissioned, applied especially to military officers, as sergeants and corporals, ranking below warrant officer.
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How to use noncommissioned in a sentence
Seated around me are my soldier peers, all division staff officers and noncommissioned officers.
“Soldiers are soldiers,” she said, reflecting her own position as the highest-ranking female noncommissioned officer in the Army.
Their target was a dance for Army noncommissioned officers and their wives at Fort Dix, New Jersey.
Post of noncommissioned staff officers and orderlies other than for ceremonies.
Manual of Military Training | James A. Mossnoncommissioned officer commanding platoon or company, carrying of piece and taking of post.
Manual of Military Training | James A. Moss
Post of dismounted noncommissioned staff officers for ceremonies.
Manual of Military Training | James A. MossFile closers: Such officers and noncommissioned officers of a company as are posted in rear of the line.
Manual of Military Training | James A. MossGuide: An officer, noncommissioned officer, or private upon whom the command or elements thereof regulates its march.
Manual of Military Training | James A. Moss
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