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CPL

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate cpl

n. Stands for Corporal. A rank for a soldier in the army or marines. It is usually the level above a private and below a sergeant.

n. Abbreviation for Corporal. A non-commissioned officer rank in various armed forces, typically positioned above private and below sergeant. Often abbreviated as Cpl.


Usage

Often used as a title before a person's surname (e.g., Corporal Jones).

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