Subaltern
Defined in 2 dictionaries — Bouvier (1914), Black's (1910)
Bouvier's Law Dictionary and Concise Encyclopedia
John Bouvier; revised by Francis Rawle · 1914
Anofiftcer who exercises his authority under tfie superintendence and control of a superior.
Black's Law Dictionary
Henry Campbell Black, M.A. · 1910
An inferior or subordinate officer. An officer who exercises his authority under the superintendence and control of a superior.