Colonel

/ˈkɜrnəl/

Synonyms

  • officer
  • commanding officer
  • military leader

Slang Meanings

A term of endearment or respect for someone in authority.
He called his father 'Colonel' out of admiration.
Used humorously to refer to someone taking charge unexpectedly.
When the power went out, she turned into a real 'Colonel' planning our evening activities.