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The term lieutenant derives from [[French (language)|French]], the literal meaning is ''placeholder'', a deputy who stands in for a commanding officer. | |||
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Latest revision as of 18:08, 29 June 2011
This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the same or a similar title.
The term lieutenant derives from French, the literal meaning is placeholder, a deputy who stands in for a commanding officer.
- Lieutenant (naval) [r]: A junior commissioned officer, who may command a smaller vessel. [e]
- Lieutenant (land forces) [r]: A junior commissioned officer, who may command a small group of soldiers, like a platoon. [e]