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petty officer

/ˈpeti ˈɒfɪsə/

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/ˈpeti ˈɒfɪsə/B1formal
  • ruУнтер-офицерское звание в военно-морских силах, обычно выше старшего матроса и ниже главного старшины, отвечающее за руководство младшими матросами и технические обязанности.

A non-commissioned officer rank in naval forces, typically above leading seaman and below chief petty officer, responsible for supervising junior sailors and technical duties.

  1. Naval rankB2formal

    A non-commissioned officer rank in many navies, above a leading seaman and below a chief petty officer.

    ruМладший унтер-офицер

    • The petty officer inspected the crew's uniforms.
    • He was promoted to petty officer after five years of service.
    • The petty officer gave orders to the junior sailors.