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admiral in Malay

laksamana

UK/ˈædməɹəl//ˈædməɹəl/

admiral in Malay: laksamana. In English, admiral means the commander of a naval squadron or fleet, regardless of formal rank.

Malay words for admiral

appointed commander of a navy
laksamana

English meaning of admiral

  1. noun The commander of a naval squadron or fleet, regardless of formal rank.
  2. noun The appointed commander of a navy, regardless of formal title.
  3. noun A high rank in the British and American Navies, NATO grade OF-9, equivalent ranks in other navies, in coast guards, etc.
  4. noun The commander of a fishing or merchant fleet, particularly (historical, Canada) a captain granted special privileges in exchange for bringing the first ship of a given fishing season to certain harbors in Newfoundland.

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Questions about admiral in Malay

What is the meaning of admiral in Malay?
Admiral in Malay is laksamana.
Apakah maksud admiral dalam bahasa Melayu?
Admiral: laksamana.
What does admiral mean in English?
Admiral means the commander of a naval squadron or fleet, regardless of formal rank.

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