alferez
|al-fe-rez|
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/ælˈfɛrɛz/
junior officer rank
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alferez' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'al-fāris,' where 'al-' meant 'the' and 'fāris' meant 'knight' or 'horseman.'
Historical Evolution
'al-fāris' transformed into the Spanish word 'alférez,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alferez.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'knight' or 'horseman,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'junior officer rank.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a junior officer rank in the Spanish and Portuguese military, equivalent to an ensign or second lieutenant.
The alferez led the troops into battle.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/19 08:06