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Definition of Vice admiral
1. Noun. An admiral ranking below a full admiral and above a rear admiral.
Generic synonyms: Flag Officer
Definition of Vice admiral
1. Noun. (nautical) A naval rank between rear admiral and admiral ¹
2. Noun. A flag officer in the United States Navy, Coast Guard, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Corps, or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps having a grade superior to rear admiral (upper half) and junior to admiral. A vice admiral is equal in grade or rank to a lieutenant general, which is indicated by a 3-star insignia. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Vice Admiral
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