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PVT

n. countable
C1 Advanced pvt

n. Stands for Private. The lowest rank for a soldier in the army. It is also a short way to write 'Private' in addresses or documents.

n. Abbreviation for Private. The lowest enlisted rank in many military forces, positioned below a corporal or sergeant. Often used as an abbreviation when preceding a surname.


SIMPLE

The young PVT reported for duty at the base.

CONTEXTUAL

After completing basic training, he was assigned the rank of PVT and sent to his first unit.

COMPLEX

The official correspondence was addressed to PVT Miller, though the soldier expected a promotion to Private First Class by the end of the fiscal year.

Usage

When used as a title before a name, it is typically capitalized.

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