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corporal

/ˈkɔːpərəl/

/ˈkɔrpərəl/

corporalnoun

corporals

/ˈkɔː.pər.əl/

/ˈkɔːr.pɚ.əl/

Translations

The corporal gave orders to the soldiers.

Капрал отдавал приказы солдатам.

Definitions

A non-commissioned officer in the military, ranking above a private and below a sergeant.

The corporal was responsible for leading the squad during the training exercise.

A square white linen cloth on which the Eucharistic bread and wine are placed during Mass.

The priest unfolded the corporal before placing the chalice on the altar.

Synonyms

military officer

noncommissioned officer

corporaladjective

more corporal

Comp.

most corporal

Super.

/ˈkɔːpərəl/

/ˈkɔrpərəl/

Translations

The corporal punishment was abolished in many schools.

Телесное наказание было отменено во многих школах.

Definitions

Relating to the human body; bodily.

The school implemented a ban on corporal punishment to ensure the safety and well-being of students.

Synonyms