Midshipman (Noun)
Meaning
A temporary rank held by young naval officers in training.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- As a midshipman, John was tasked with navigating the ship through treacherous waters under the watchful eye of a senior officer.
- During his four years at the naval academy, Michael rose through the ranks from freshman to senior midshipman.
- After graduating from the naval academy, Emily was commissioned as an ensign and no longer held the rank of midshipman.
- As the senior midshipman on board, David was responsible for leading the younger cadets during drills and inspections.
- During the summer, many midshipmen are assigned to naval ships to gain practical experience at sea.