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Definition of noncom

noncom

/ˈnɑːnˌkɑːm/
non · com
Plural:noncoms
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Adjective:noncommissioned
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• noun

1

An enlisted member of the armed forces holding a leadership rank, such as corporal or sergeant, appointed by promotion from the ranks rather than by a formal commission.

Example

"The veteran noncom was responsible for training the new recruits in base procedures and daily discipline."

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• Nearby Words

noncoercively
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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century as an informal clipping of the military phrase 'noncommissioned officer'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Noncom. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/noncom
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