first sergeant

Meaning

1. (US) In the United States Army, a non-commissioned officer ranking above sergeant first class and below sergeant major; equal in rank to a master sergeant but with greater command authority.
2. (US) In the United States Marine Corps, a non-commissioned officer ranking above gunnery sergeant and below sergeant major or master gunnery sergeant; equal in rank to a master sergeant, but with command rather than technical responsibilities.
3. (US) In the United States Air Force, an appointment (not a rank) for the senior member of enlisted personnel in a squadron or other unit. The appointment is usually held by a master sergeant.

Synonyms

sergeant first class

sergeant-major

master sergeant

senior master sergeant

foreman

warrant officer class 2

sergeant major

command sergeant major

Translations

نقيب

sergent primer

Stabsfeldwebel

Hauptfeldwebel

adjudant

adjudant

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