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Definition of «brigadier»

A brigadier is a military rank, usually in armies that follow British or Commonwealth traditions. It is just below the rank of major general and above that of colonel. In some countries, it may also be used as an honorific title for senior police officers.

Usage examples

  1. Brigadier Johnson was promoted to the rank of brigadier, making her one of the highest-ranking officers in the military.
  2. The brigadier commanded his troops with precision and strategized their movements during the battle.
  3. After retiring from the military, General Thompson was appointed as a brigadier in the private security sector.
  4. The newly appointed brigadier addressed the soldiers, motivating them for the upcoming mission.
  5. With his extensive experience and leadership skills, Brigadier Evans was selected to lead the international peacekeeping force.

Phrases with «brigadier»

Sentences with «brigadier»

  • Retired Army brigadier general Carter Clarke founded Sarasota, Florida - based Gemesis using Russian technology to mass produce gem - grade diamonds. (inc.com)
  • Some opposition to the proposed and increasingly controversial Keystone XL tar sands pipeline coming from a novel, but ultimately not surprising, source: Writing in The Hill, retired US Army brigadier general Steven Anderson, says the greatest threat to the nation's security is our «over-reliance on oil.» (treehugger.com)
  • In reality this was not the case, many generals were reverted to colonel at the end of the war and Fellers was reinstated to the retired rank of brigadier general in 1948. (metacritic.com)
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