major general
See also: major-general
English
Alternative forms
- major-general
- Maj. Gen. (titular abbreviation)
- maj. gen. (nominal abbreviation)
Noun
major general (plural major generals)
- A military officer in the armies of most nations, typically ranking below a lieutenant general and above a brigadier.
- 1879, W. S. Gilbert, The Pirates of Penzance, The Major-General's Song:
- In short, when I've a smattering of elemental strategy, You'll say a better Major-General has never sat a gee
- 1879, W. S. Gilbert, The Pirates of Penzance, The Major-General's Song:
Usage notes
When used as a title, it is always capitalized.
- Example: Major General John Doe.
The rank corresponds to pay grade O-8. Abbreviations: MG.
Translations
a military officer
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