ranksman

/ræŋksmæn/

Definitions

1. noun

A person in a military or naval unit who holds a non-commissioned rank, especially a petty officer.

“The ranksman helped the officer in issuing commands during the drill session.”

2. noun

A person who is ranked or classified, especially in a system of grading or categorization.

“The website uses a points system, where users can become ranksman as they earn more points.”

Synonyms

  • ranker
  • soldier

Antonyms

  • commander
  • officer