The difference between General officer and Warrant officer

When used as nouns, general officer means an officer in the army, air force, or marines above the rank of colonel, whereas warrant officer means an officer holding rank by virtue of a warrant rather than a commission.

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  1. General officer as a noun (US):

    An officer in the Army, Air Force, or Marines above the rank of colonel.

  1. Warrant officer as a noun (military):

    An officer holding rank by virtue of a warrant rather than a commission.

  2. Warrant officer as a noun (law enforcement):

    An officer assigned to execute warrants and other writs.

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