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Sea Lord

British

noun

(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

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Earlier this week, the MoD issued a statement to say that the First Sea Lord had "stepped back due to private reasons".

From BBC • May 9, 2025

Adm Sir Ben Key, the First Sea Lord, said at the time that sexual harassment would not be tolerated and anyone found culpable would be "held accountable".

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2022

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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