commanders
n. countablen. people in high positions of authority who give orders to others, especially in the military or police. You use this for leaders who are responsible for a specific group or mission.
n. officers in charge of a military unit, operation, or organization. Refers to those exercising executive authority and responsibility for the actions of subordinates.
The commanders met to discuss the new strategy.
After the battle, the commanders gathered in the tent to review their losses and plan the next move.
The success of the joint operation depended entirely on the ability of the various regional commanders to coordinate their movements without direct communication from headquarters.
Plural form of 'commander'; often used in military or emergency service contexts.