noun a military rank above colonel and below major general
A brigadier is a military rank above colonel and below major general. Brigadiers typically command brigades or serve as staff officers at higher headquarters.
In historical contexts, brigadiers were often responsible for leading brigades in battles and military campaigns.
Brigadier may also be used in educational institutions to denote a high-ranking official or administrator.
In some countries, brigadier is a rank used in the police force or other government agencies for individuals in leadership positions.
In sports, especially in team-based competitions, brigadier could be used metaphorically to describe a team captain or leader.
In the military, a brigadier is a rank above colonel and below major general. Brigadiers are typically in charge of brigades, which are military units consisting of several battalions.
In some police forces, a brigadier may be a senior officer in charge of a specific division or unit, such as the traffic brigade or the detective brigade.
In some fire departments, a brigadier may be a senior officer responsible for overseeing multiple fire stations or a specific area of operations.