Definitions

1. noun

a senior naval officer ranking above a captain and below a vice-admiral

“The admiral led the fleet into battle.”

2. noun

a high-ranking naval officer, often in charge of a large naval base or a fleet of ships

“He was promoted to admiral and took command of the naval base.”

3. noun

a high-ranking officer in the Royal Navy, ranking above a captain and below a vice-admiral

“The admiral was a respected figure in the Royal Navy.”