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brigadier

bri·ga·dier

UK/bɹɪɡəˈdɪɚ/ US/ˌbrɪɡʌˈdɪr/ fairly common uk

noun

Origin

Borrowed from French brigadier. Equivalent to brigade + -ier.

Phrases

  • brigadier general
  • commodore admiral
  • fleet captain
  • rear admiral
  • senior captain

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