CORNETCY

Etymology

Noun

cornetcy (plural cornetcies)

(military, historical) The rank, role, or position of a cornet.

Coordinate terms

• ensigncy (equivalent in an infantry regiment)

Source: Wiktionary


Cor"net*cy (kr"nt-s), n.

Definition: The commission or rank of a cornet.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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