(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:28:07

Non`com*mis"sioned (?), a.

Not having a commission.

Noncommissioned officer Mil., a subordinate officer not appointed by a commission from the chief executive or supreme authority of the State; but by the Secretary of War or by the commanding officer of the regiment.

 

© Webster 1913.

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