Lieutenant

Pronunciation: /luːˈtɛnənt/

Definitions of lieutenant

noun A rank of officer in the army, navy, or air force, below captain and above second lieutenant.

Example Sentences

A1 The lieutenant led the soldiers into battle.

A2 The lieutenant was promoted to captain after showing exceptional leadership.

B1 The lieutenant was responsible for coordinating the rescue mission.

B2 The lieutenant's quick thinking saved his squad from an ambush.

C1 The lieutenant was known for his strategic prowess on the battlefield.

C2 The lieutenant was highly respected by his troops for his bravery and dedication.

Examples of lieutenant in a Sentence

formal The lieutenant led the troops into battle with precision and strategy.

informal Hey, did you hear that Lieutenant Smith got promoted?

slang That new lieutenant is pretty chill, I heard.

figurative She was like the lieutenant of the group, always taking charge and leading the way.

Grammatical Forms of lieutenant

• past tense: lieutenanted
• plural: lieutenants
• comparative: more lieutenant
• superlative: most lieutenant
• present tense: lieutenant
• future tense: will be lieutenant
• perfect tense: have been lieutenant
• continuous tense: is being lieutenant
• singular: lieutenant
• positive degree: lieutenant
• infinitive: to lieutenant
• gerund: lieutenancing
• participle: lieutenanted

Origin and Evolution of lieutenant

First Known Use: 1377 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'lieutenant' originated from the Old French word 'lieu tenant' which means 'placeholder' or 'one who holds a place'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'lieutenant' evolved to refer to a deputy or assistant to a higher-ranking official, particularly in a military context. The term is now commonly used to denote a rank in various organizations, including the military, police, and government.