Sergeant

A rank in many modern militaries, especially the United States military, that is above corporal (Army/Marine Corps) and below staff sergeant.

Dave became a sergeant in the U.S. Army

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

Private 1st class

An enlisted rank in the United States Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force that is above private and below corporal/lance corporal.

Private Smith was promoted to private 1st class.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

specialist

A rank in many modern militaries, especially the United States military, that is above private 1st class and below corporal (Army) in some instances.

Frank was a specialist in the Army.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

navy

The branch of many modern militaries, especially the United States military, that specializes in sea-based operations and has a wide jurisdiction over military command.

Danno enlisted in the Navy.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

general

The commissioned highest rank in most modern militaries.

George Smith Patton was a great general during World War II.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

warrant officer

A noncommissioned officer in the United States military that is above enlisted personnel but below commissioned personnel.

Joe was granted a warrant to serve as a noncommissioned officer.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004

admiral

The highest rank in many modern naval forces.

That seaman was an admiral.

by Nicolaivich January 19, 2004