position and rank; official title
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
position and military rank
In military and bureaucratic contexts, distinguishes between the functional role (position) and the hierarchical grade (rank). For example, "Regimental Commander" is the position while "Lieutenant Colonel" is the rank.
His position and rank are Lieutenant Colonel and Regimental Commander.
In the position-rank system, duties and military ranks are managed separately.
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Promotion in position and rank requires strict examinations.
noun
official title; rank
literaryLiterary or classical usage referring to official titles, grades, or ranks in imperial or traditional bureaucratic systems. Often implies social status derived from official position.
Though he held no official title, he was highly respected for his virtue.
Ancient scholars often addressed each other by their official titles as a sign of respect.
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Though this official held a high rank, he was easy to approach.