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    Amiral (en. Admiral)

    /a.mi.ʁal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Senior officer in command of a fleet or of a maritime operation.
    The admiral bravely led the naval operation.
    L'amiral a dirigé l'opération navale avec bravoure.
    Title of dignity in certain navies.
    He was promoted to admiral after many years of service.
    Il a été promu amiral après de longues années de service.
    High rank in a naval military hierarchy.
    Admirals meet regularly to discuss strategies.
    Les amiraux se réunissent régulièrement pour discuter de stratégies.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'admiralis', itself derived from the Arabic 'ameer' meaning 'commander'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    In the admiral style
    In a maritime style or manner
    à l'amirale
    The flagship
    The main ship of a fleet
    le vaisseau amiral
    In the service of the admiral
    Under the orders of an admiral
    au service de l'amiral

    Related Words

    Naval
    Related to naval and military activities at sea.
    marine
    Fleet
    Set of military or commercial ships.
    flotte
    Ship
    Large boat intended for transport or warfare.
    navire

    Slang Meanings

    An affectionate term for a chief or leader.
    Look at that guy, he’s the real admiral of the team.
    Regarde ce type, c'est le véritable amiral de l'équipe.
    Used to refer to someone who easily takes charge.
    When things get tough, she becomes the admiral of the group.
    Quand les choses se corsent, elle devient l'amiral du groupe.