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    Brigadier (en. Brigadier)

    /bɾiɣaˈðjeɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    High-ranking military officer, superior to a colonel and generally responsible for a brigade.
    The brigadier led the offensive on the battlefield.
    El brigadier lideró la ofensiva en el campo de batalla.
    Honorary title in some armed forces.
    The brigadier received decorations for his bravery.
    El brigadier recibió condecoraciones por su valentía.
    In some countries, a title that can be awarded to prominent individuals in their field.
    The brigadier was recognized for his contributions to science.
    El brigadier fue reconocido por sus contribuciones a la ciencia.

    Etymology

    From the French 'brigadier', which means 'brigade commander'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    brigadier general
    Officer who holds the rank of brigadier in the army.
    brigadier general
    reserve brigadier
    Officer who is part of the military reserves.
    brigadier de reservas

    Related Words

    brigade
    Military unit composed of several regiments.
    brigada
    military
    Person who serves in the armed forces.
    militar
    commander
    Officer responsible for commanding military units.
    comandante

    Slang Meanings

    Person who takes control of a situation.
    In that meeting, she was the brigadier of the group.
    En esa reunión, ella fue la brigadier del grupo.
    Leader in an event or activity.
    He became the brigadier of the party.
    Él se convirtió en el brigadier de la fiesta.