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cornetcy|ˈkɔːnɪtsɪ|
[f. cornet n.2 + -cy.]
The position or rank of a cornet.
1761Biogr. Dict. XII. 477 (Jod.) His uncle..diverted him from that pursuit, and gave him a cornetcy in his own regiment. 1809Wellington in Gurw. Desp. V. 141, I shall recommend your friend for an Ensigncy. Should you prefer a Cornetcy for him, I may be able to give him one. 1885Manch. Even. News 9 May 3/1 He was afterwards gazetted to a Cornetcy in the First Regiment of Life Guards. |