executive officer

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English

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Noun

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executive officer (plural executive officers)

  1. (military) second in command of a military unit or ship

Usage notes

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On a US Navy ship, one might say "XO, you have the Con." which means "Executive Officer, you have control of the ship."

Synonyms

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  • (abbreviation): XO

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