general of the air force

noun phrase

: a general of the highest rank in the air force whose insignia is five stars

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of general of the air force was in 1938

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“General of the air force.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20of%20the%20air%20force. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

general of the air force

: a general of the highest rank in the air force
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