Definitions

1. noun

The title of the supreme commander of an army in Poland, particularly during the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

“Jan Sobieski was appointed as hetman of the Polish army during his reign.”

2. noun

A high-ranking military officer or a leader in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

“The hetman led the cavalry charge into battle.”

3. noun

A title of honor or a noble rank in Poland.

“He was elevated to hetman and received a large estate as a reward.”