NOUN: "[slang term for] a commissioned officer in the army, air force, or marine corps ranking... below a captain" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "[slang term for] a commissioned officer in the army, air force, or marine corps ranking... below a captain" Crossword Answer

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COMMISSIONED (adjective)
1. given official approval to act
RANKING (adjective)
1. having a higher rank
RANKING (noun)
1. position on a scale in relation to others in status or rank or achievement

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