noun
adjutant
A-juh-tuhnt
noun
1
A military officer who handles administrative duties for a senior commander.
"The adjutant kept meticulous records of every unit's movements."
2
A large wading bird related to the stork, found in South Asia.
"The adjutant stork stalked slowly through the marsh."
How to Use Adjutant
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost often a military assistant who manages paperwork and logistics for a commanding officer.
Common pairings
adjutant general
regimental adjutant
Word Forms
adjutants plural
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Etymology
From Spanish/Portuguese words meaning "helper," ultimately from Latin adiuvare ("to help, assist").