petty captain
/ˌpɛtɪ ˈkapt(ɪ)n/Now historical
noun
An officer ranking next below a captain; a lieutenant. Also (with reference to other military cultures): an officer of comparable minor rank or status.
Origin
Late Middle English. From petty + captain. Compare petit captain.
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