iron eagle en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- (Australia) audio
Etymology
The term refers to the rank a colonel wears, which resembles an eagle.
Meanings
- (US, idiomatic) An American military officer who has attained the rank of colonel but will not be promoted to the rank of general.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| iron eagles | Number=Plur | lexicographic |