sergeant baker

British  

noun

1. a large brightly-coloured fish of the genus Latropiscis, found in temperate reef waters of Australasia

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Etymology

Origin of sergeant baker

named after Sergeant (William) Baker , a Norfolk Island colonist

Example Sentences

“After a brief pursuit,” Sergeant Baker said, “the driver exited his vehicle, and an encounter took place between the driver and the trooper, causing a shot to be fired. The driver succumbed to his injuries at the scene.”

From New York Times

But while she was a romantic, she was also “as tough as a Marine drill sergeant,” Baker said, calling Nancy Reagan her husband’s closest advisor and fiercest protector.

From Los Angeles Times

"Sergeant Baker is a friend of mine," said Kate.

From Project Gutenberg

"I've more fear of being accountable for your death if I do let you go," said Sergeant Baker dubiously.

From Project Gutenberg

Sergeant Baker bade us goodbye in a tone which seemed to intimate that he never expected to see either of us again.

From Project Gutenberg