Quartermaster
/kwˈɔrtəˌrmæstər/
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Definition
(noun) An officer whose duty is to provide quarters, provisions, storage, clothing, fuel, stationery, and transportation for a regiment or other body of troops, and superintend the supplies. Master of quartering.
Sentence Examples
The second-class quartermaster is an experienced sailor responsible for technical or logistical duties.
The first-class quartermaster serves in an intermediate role before advancing to maneuver or maintenance responsibilities.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The army ____ was responsible for supplying food, equipment, and ammunition to the troops.