quartermaster

• Militärischer Offizier, der für die Versorgung der Truppen mit Bekleidung, Ausrüstung und Verpflegung verantwortlich ist; allgemein der Leiter der Versorgung oder des Nachschubs.

A military officer responsible for providing clothing, equipment, and supplies to troops.

1. Military supply officerC1formal

   An officer responsible for providing supplies, such as food, clothing, and equipment, to military personnel.

   Quartiermeister

   • The quartermaster ensured the troops had enough rations for the march.
   • He served as a quartermaster in the army for ten years.
   • The quartermaster's duties include managing inventory and distributing supplies.

   Synonymesupply officer