commodore
nounmasculinetécnico/kumuˈdoɾu/low
co·mo·do·ro
Definition
A naval rank or title, situated between captain and rear admiral in some navies. Can also designate the commander of a group of merchant ships or yachts.
The commodore led the squadron during the naval exercises.
The yacht club elected a new commodore.
Common collocations
navy commodoreclub commodorerank of commodore
Etymology
Do inglês 'commodore', por sua vez do francês 'commandeur'.