Cochief

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A joint chief.

    "Under the supervision of the cochiefs of the Youth Activities Section, and working within a wide range of suggested activities, plans and coordinates the activities of youth between the ages of 10 and 18, as they may be related to civilian defense."

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"Under the supervision of the cochiefs of the Youth Activities Section, and working within a wide range of suggested activities, plans and coordinates the activities of youth between the ages of 10 and 18, as they may be related to civilian defense."

Etymology

From co- + chief. Piecewise doublet of cohead.

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