sergeant major of the marine corps

noun phrase

: the ranking noncommissioned officer of the marine corps serving as adviser to the commandant

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1971, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sergeant major of the marine corps was circa 1971

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“Sergeant major of the marine corps.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sergeant%20major%20of%20the%20marine%20corps. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

sergeant major of the marine corps

: a sergeant major who advises the senior commanding officer of the marines
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