English Explanatory Dictionary

yellow admiral

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A post-captain promoted to the rank of rear admiral on the understanding that he will immediately retire without having actually served at that rank.
  2. A large butterfly, Vanessa itea, native to Australia and New Zealand, with yellow markings on the forewings.

Word forms

yellow admiral yellow admirals
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