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adjutant

4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for adjutant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A military officer who handles administrative duties for a senior commander.

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How to use adjutant

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adjutant general regimental adjutant

Etymology

From Spanish/Portuguese words meaning "helper," ultimately from Latin adiuvare ("to help, assist").

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What does “adjutant” mean?

The word “adjutant” means a military officer who handles administrative duties for a senior commander. In plain terms, most often a military assistant who manages paperwork and logistics for a commanding officer.

How do you pronounce “adjutant”?

“Adjutant” is pronounced A-juh-tuhnt (/ˈæ.d͡ʒə.tənt/ in IPA).

How do you use “adjutant” in a sentence?

Here is “adjutant” used in a sentence: “The adjutant kept meticulous records of every unit's movements.”

What part of speech is “adjutant”?

“Adjutant” is a noun.

Where does the word “adjutant” come from?

The word “adjutant” comes from Latin. From Spanish/Portuguese words meaning "helper," ultimately from Latin adiuvare ("to help, assist").

How many meanings does “adjutant” have?

“Adjutant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a military officer who handles administrative duties for a senior commander.

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