A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Warrant officer
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So [damn good] that you can put more [faith] in their guesses than in most other peoples [facts].
Warrant officer meaning & definition 1 of Warrant officer.
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In the United States military, a [Warrant] Officer (grade W-1 to W-5) is ranked as an officer above the senior-most enlisted ranks, as well as officer cadets and candidates, but below the officer grade of O-1. Warrant officers are highly skilled, single-track specialty officers, and while the ranks are [authorized] by Congress, each branch of the Uniformed Services [selects], manages, and utilizes [warrant] officers in slightly different ways. For appointment to Warrant Officer One (W-1), a warrant is approved by the secretary of the service. Chief Warrant Officers ([W-2] to W-5) are commissioned by the President of the United States, and take the same oath as regular commissioned officers (O-1 to O-10).
Warrant officers can and do command detachments, units, activities, vessels, aircraft, and armored vehicles as well as lead, coach, train, and counsel subordinates. However, the [Warrant Officers] primary task as a leader is to serve as a technical expert, providing valuable skills, guidance, and expertise to commanders and organizations in their particular field.Warrant officer meaning & definition 2 of Warrant officer.
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a middle rank in the armed forces:
Warrant officer meaning & definition 3 of Warrant officer.