Sergeant: meaning, definitions and examples

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sergeant

 

[ หˆsษ‘หrdส’ษ™nt ]

Context #1

military

A sergeant is a rank in the army, above a corporal and below a staff sergeant. Sergeants typically have leadership responsibilities and oversee the work of lower-ranking soldiers.

Synonyms

NCO, non-commissioned officer, serge

Examples of usage

  • The sergeant gave orders to his squad.
  • The sergeant trained new recruits.
  • The sergeant was promoted for his exceptional leadership skills.
Context #2

police

In law enforcement, a sergeant is a rank above a corporal and below a lieutenant. Police sergeants often supervise a team of officers and are responsible for maintaining order and enforcing laws.

Synonyms

police officer, serge

Examples of usage

  • The police sergeant led the investigation.
  • The sergeant coordinated the patrol schedule.
  • The sergeant was commended for his handling of a difficult situation.
Context #3

general

In general terms, a sergeant is a non-commissioned officer responsible for leading and supervising a group of individuals. The role of a sergeant can vary depending on the organization or field.

Synonyms

leader, overseer, supervisor

Examples of usage

  • The sergeant provided guidance to the team.
  • The sergeant ensured that tasks were completed efficiently.
  • The sergeant was respected for his experience and knowledge.

Translations

Translations of the word "sergeant" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sargento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคฐเฅเคœเฅ‡เค‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sergeant

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sersan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตั€ะถะฐะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sierลผant

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ปๆ›น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sergent

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sargento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงavuลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณ‘์žฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑู‚ูŠุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ serลพant

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ serลพant

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธญๅฃซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ narednik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ liรฐรพjรกlfi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตั€ะถะฐะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒ แƒŸแƒแƒœแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ serjant

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sargento

Word origin

The word 'sergeant' originated from the Old French term 'sergent', which came from the Latin word 'servientem' meaning 'servant'. Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to refer to a non-commissioned officer in the military or law enforcement. The rank of sergeant has long been recognized for its leadership role and responsibilities within various organizations.