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Sea Lord

British  

noun

  1. (in Britain) either of the two serving naval officers ( First and Second Sea Lords ) who sit on the admiralty board of the Ministry of Defence

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The chief executive of the firm's marine division, Sir Nick Hine, a former Second Sea Lord in the Royal Navy, argues they would be a natural follow-on from the Type-31s.

From BBC Jul. 1, 2026

Gen Sir Gwyn Jenkins has taken over the role after Adm Sir Ben Key was removed as First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff while under investigation over allegations of misconduct.

From BBC May 15, 2025

Adm Sir Ben Kay, the First Sea Lord, said he was deeply disturbed by the "abhorrent" claims.

From BBC Oct. 28, 2022

Gen. Carter, who will be replaced by Admiral Tony Radakin, the professional head of the Royal Navy, known as the First Sea Lord, led British forces during their own withdrawal from Afghanistan this summer.

From Washington Times Oct. 19, 2021

A special train was provided which made a record run, and within a few hours after arrival in London I was received by the First Sea Lord and his principal assistants in a special conference.

From The Victory At Sea by Hendrick, Burton J.

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