Corporal (Noun)
Meaning
A noncommissioned officer in the Army or Air Force or Marines.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The corporal was responsible for leading a team of soldiers during the training exercise.
- Corporal Johnson was promoted to sergeant after completing a year of exceptional service.
- In the military hierarchy, a corporal ranks below a sergeant but above a private.
- After completing her tour of duty, the corporal decided to pursue a career in law enforcement.
- The corporal was awarded a medal for bravery after saving several soldiers during a firefight.