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noun
In the United States Army, a non-commissioned officer ranking above sergeant first class and below sergeant major; equal in rank to a master sergeant but with greater command authority.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
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noun
In the United States Marine Corps, a non-commissioned officer ranking above gunnery sergeant and below sergeant major or master gunnery sergeant; equal in rank to a master sergeant, but with command rather than technical responsibilities.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
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noun
In the United States Air Force, an appointment (not a rank) for the senior member of enlisted personnel in a squadron or other unit. The appointment is usually held by a master sergeant.
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Usage: US
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noun
a sergeant in the Army above the rank of staff sergeant and below master sergeant
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: sergeant first class
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Broader terms: sergeant
Narrower terms: orderly sergeant
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