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    Quartier-maître (en. Quartermaster)

    /kaʁtje mɛtʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A non-commissioned officer in the navy who supervises and manages the crews.
    The quartermaster organized the ship's maneuvers.
    Le quartier-maître a organisé les manœuvres du navire.
    A person responsible for the maintenance and supply on board.
    The quartermaster ensures that all supplies are on board.
    Le quartier-maître s'assure que toutes les provisions sont à bord.
    A military rank within naval forces.
    He was promoted to quartermaster after several years of service.
    Il a été promu quartier-maître après plusieurs années de service.

    Etymology

    The term 'quartermaster' comes from 'quarter', which means location, and 'master', which refers to a person with authority or expertise.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act as a quartermaster
    to act with authority or leadership over a group.
    faire le quartier-maître
    to be like a quartermaster
    to be very organized and methodical.
    être comme un quartier-maître

    Related Words

    master
    A person who teaches or exercises authority in a field.
    maître
    quarter
    Area or sector, often used to designate a specific place in a city.
    quartier

    Slang Meanings

    Chief on board a ship.
    It is the quartermaster who gives the orders before departure.
    C'est le quartier-maître qui donne les ordres avant de partir.
    A person who is highly skilled in their field.
    He is the quartermaster of programming; everyone consults him.
    Il est le quartier-maître de la programmation, tout le monde le consulte.