English dictionary
subaltern
/'s/@/b/@/lt/@/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Ranked or ranged below; subordinate; inferior; specifically <i>(Mil.)</i>, ranking as a junior officer; being below the rank of captain; as, a <i>subaltern</i> officer.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a British commissioned army officer below the rank of captain
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A person holding a subordinate position; specifically, a commissioned military officer below the rank of captain.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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inferior in rank or status
Source: WordNet 3.0