rear admirals

A form of rear admiral — A naval officer below the rank of vice admiral, originally in charge of a fleet's rear formation.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of rear admiral
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APA

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“rear admirals.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/rear%20admirals. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

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