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Definition of aide–de–camp
aides–de–camp
play \ˌād(z)-di-\: a military aide; also : a civilian aide usually to an executive
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Origin and Etymology of aide–de–camp
French aide de camp, literally, camp assistant
AIDE–DE–CAMP Defined for English Language Learners
aide-de-camp
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Definition of aide–de–camp for English Language Learners
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: a military officer who assists another high-ranking officer
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