temporary gentleman

noun

Someone who may be considered (through rank etc.) a gentleman for the duration of a war. Abbreviated as TG.

Meanings

nountemporary gentleman (plural temporary gentlemen)

plural temporary gentlemen

  1. colloquialderogatorySomeone who may be considered (through rank etc.) a gentleman for the duration of a war. Abbreviated as TG.
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