1. military officers ranking below captains
Usage: military
2. police officers ranking below captains
Usage: law enforcement
3. assistants or deputies who act for someone in authority
Usage: general

Examples

• The two lieutenants reported directly to the captain.
• Several police lieutenants attended the briefing.
• The general promoted three sergeants to lieutenants.
• The lieutenants were responsible for training new recruits.
• She worked closely with her lieutenants on the project.
• The company’s regional lieutenants managed local operations.
• Both lieutenants received commendations for their service.