nco

ˈɛnˌkɔʊ

Definitions

1. noun

A non-commissioned officer, typically one in charge of a unit.

“The NCO was in charge of organizing the team’s mission.”

2. abbr.

An abbreviation for ‘non-commissioned officer’.

“The recruiter was looking for an NCO to lead the training session.”

3. verb

To take command or charge of a unit.

“The sergeant NCOed the new recruits during the training exercise.”

Synonyms

  • commander
  • officer

Antonyms

  • commissioned officer