Meanings
nouncochief (plural cochiefs)
plural cochiefs · alternative co-chief
- A joint chief.
Under the supervision of the cochiefs of the Youth Activities Section, and working within a wide range of suggested activities, plans and coordinates the activities of youth between the ages of 10 and 18, as they may be related to civilian defense.
1941, United States. Congress. Reduction of Nonessential Federal Expenditures Joint Committee, Reduction of Nonessential Federal Expenditure, Hearings Before ...., 77-1 to 78-1, Pursuant to Section 601 of the Revenue Act of 1941, page 976
Origin
From co- + chief. Piecewise doublet of cohead.
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