commander

  1. Noun.  One who exercises control and direction of a military or naval organization.
  2. Noun.  A naval officer whose rank is above that of a lieutenant commander and below that of captain.
  3. Noun.  One who exercises control and direction over a group of persons.
  4. Noun.  A designation or rank in certain non-military organizations such as NASA and various police forces.

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