yellow admiral
yellow admiral · yellow admirals
A post-captain promoted to the rank of rear admiral on the understanding that he will…A post-captain promoted to the rank of rear admiral on the understanding that he will immediately retire without having actually served at that rank.
Meaning
2 senses(historical)A post-captain promoted to the rank of rear admiral on the understanding that he will immediately retire without having actually served at that rank.
A large butterfly, Vanessa itea, native to Australia and New Zealand, with yellow markings on the forewings.
Forms
plural: yellow admirals| Singular | yellow admiral |
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