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Colonel
ˈkərnl
Common
~ 3800
~ 3800
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Colonel -
A military rank above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
Example: Colonel Smith led his troops into battle.
Usage: formalContext: military contexts
Note: Commonly used in the armed forces to denote a specific rank.
The honorary title given to the head of certain police departments or fire departments
Example: Colonel Johnson oversees the city's police force.
Usage: formalContext: law enforcement contexts
Note: In some regions, the title 'colonel' is used for the leader of law enforcement agencies.
A title of respect or courtesy used to address or refer to a person, especially in the Southern United States
Example: Yes, Colonel, right away, sir.
Usage: informalContext: Southern U.S. culture
Note: In the Southern U.S., 'Colonel' is sometimes used as a courtesy title for a man, regardless of military rank.
Colonel's synonyms
Commander
A commander is a person in authority who holds a position of command or control.
Example: The military commander led the troops into battle.
Note: A commander can refer to a person in charge of a group or organization, while a colonel is a specific military rank.
Officer
An officer is a person who holds a position of authority in the military or a similar organization.
Example: The officer oversaw the training exercises for the recruits.
Note: While a colonel is a specific rank within the military hierarchy, an officer can refer to individuals holding various ranks and positions.
Brigadier
A brigadier is a military rank above colonel and below major general.
Example: The brigadier inspected the troops before the parade.
Note: Brigadier is a specific military rank that is higher than a colonel in the hierarchy.
Colonel expressions, common phrases
Full bird colonel
This phrase refers to a colonel who has reached the rank of full colonel in the military.
Example: He was promoted to full bird colonel last year.
Note: The term 'full bird' is a colloquial way to refer to a colonel, emphasizing their rank.
Light colonel
A light colonel is a lower-ranking officer in some military services.
Example: She was just promoted to the rank of light colonel.
Note: The term 'light colonel' is used to distinguish between different levels of colonels based on their rank.
Bird colonel
This term is another way to refer to a colonel in the military, especially in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Example: He's been a bird colonel for over a decade now.
Note: The term 'bird' is a slang term for 'full' in this context, indicating a colonel who has reached the full rank.
Old colonel
An old colonel refers to a senior or experienced colonel who has served for a long time.
Example: The old colonel retired after 30 years of service.
Note: The term 'old' in this context signifies experience and tenure rather than age.
Retired colonel
A retired colonel is someone who held the rank of colonel in the military and has since left active service.
Example: The retired colonel shared stories from his military career.
Note: The term 'retired' indicates that the individual is no longer actively serving in the military.
Decorated colonel
A decorated colonel is a colonel who has been awarded medals, honors, or commendations for their service.
Example: She's a highly decorated colonel, having received numerous awards for her service.
Note: The term 'decorated' highlights the recognition and accolades received by the colonel for their service.
Hard-nosed colonel
A hard-nosed colonel is a strict or authoritarian colonel who enforces discipline rigorously.
Example: The hard-nosed colonel demanded strict discipline from his troops.
Note: The term 'hard-nosed' emphasizes the tough and uncompromising nature of the colonel.
Career colonel
A career colonel is someone who has spent their entire professional life in the military, rising to the rank of colonel.
Example: She dedicated her entire career to the military and became a career colonel.
Note: The term 'career' emphasizes that the individual has pursued a long-term military career leading to the rank of colonel.
Colonel everyday (slang) expressions
Kernel
Kernel is a phonetic variation used humorously or mistakenly instead of 'colonel.'
Example: The kernel gave us a mission briefing this morning.
Note: Kernel is a homophone that substitutes for 'colonel' in a more informal context.
KFC
KFC is an abbreviation for 'Kentucky Fried Colonel,' blending 'Kentucky Fried Chicken' with 'colonel.'
Example: That KFC over there has a long history of service.
Note: KFC humorously combines the fast-food chain with the military rank.
Popcorn Colonel
Popcorn colonel plays on the sound similarity of 'popcorn' and 'colonel,' often used humorously.
Example: The popcorn colonel organized a movie night at the base.
Note: Popcorn colonel creates a playful image, associating the rank with a popular snack.
Corn Colonel
Corn colonel is a playful substitution of 'corn' for 'colonel,' potentially referencing agriculture.
Example: The corn colonel oversaw the agriculture project on the base.
Note: Corn colonel adds a lighthearted twist to the military title by associating it with a common crop.
Colonel Sanders
Colonel Sanders is a reference to the founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken, blending the fast-food icon with the military rank.
Example: Colonel Sanders is known for his secret recipe.
Note: Colonel Sanders humorously merges the person's name with the military title, emphasizing the connection to the fast-food industry.
Kernel Sanders
Kernel Sanders is a playful variation combining 'kernel' and 'Colonel Sanders,' reflecting a humorous twist.
Example: Kernel Sanders always has a witty response to tough situations.
Note: Kernel Sanders mixes the informal 'kernel' with the iconic fast-food figure, creating a whimsical association.
Popcorn Kernel
Popcorn kernel merges 'popcorn' with 'kernel,' offering a light and amusing idiom for 'colonel.'
Example: The popcorn kernel is in charge of morale-boosting activities on base.
Note: Popcorn kernel combines a snack item with a phonetic variation of the rank, infusing humor into the title.
Colonel - Examples
The colonel gave orders to his troops.
The promotion to colonel was a great honor for him.
The colonel retired after serving in the army for 30 years.
Colonel grammar
Colonel - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: colonel
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): colonels
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): colonel
Syllables, Separation and Stress
colonel Contains 3 syllables: col • o • nel
Phonetic transcription: ˈkər-nᵊl
col o nel , ˈkər nᵊl (The red syllable is stressed)
Colonel - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
colonel: ~ 3800 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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