bird colonel

noun

, U.S. Military Slang.

1. chicken colonel.

bird colonel

noun

1. slang:military.
   a full colonel in the US Army

Word History and Origins

Origin of bird colonel¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Word History and Origins

Origin of bird colonel¹

from the eagle insignia of rank

Example Sentences

“I’ve got to win some medals if I’m going to make bird colonel. This could make or break my career.”

From Literature

I made bird colonel 6 years early, and I feel I earned my keep by making our spy satellites more effective.

From New York Times

He said the next step, he hopes, will be full bird colonel.

From Washington Times

Bird Colonel drops in class to a level where he is usually very competitive.

From Seattle Times

Bird Colonel drops in class to a level where he is usually very competitive.

From Seattle Times