commanding officer

• Военный офицер, обладающий властью над подразделением, базой или группой личного состава, ответственный за отдачу приказов и принятие решений.

A military officer who has authority over a unit, base, or group of personnel, responsible for giving orders and making decisions.

1. Military leaderB2formal

   An officer who has authority over a military unit or group of soldiers.

   Командир

   • The commanding officer ordered the troops to advance.
   • She reported directly to her commanding officer.
   • The commanding officer inspected the barracks this morning.