top kick

noun

, Military Slang.

1. a first sergeant.

Word History and Origins

Origin of top kick¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Cinque Sweeting, among the XFL’s top kick returners last season, said there’s ample opportunity to tear off a big return for players who can run around or through the first line of defense.

From Los Angeles Times

He has spent the past several weeks establishing himself as one of the NFL’s top kick returners.

From Seattle Times

A year ago, he was the Big Ten’s top kick returner.

From Seattle Times

Roberts is in his 11th season and is one of the league’s top kick and punt returns, something the Chargers have been lacking.

From Seattle Times

The emergence of Hobert and Victor allows Rolovich to spell Harris, one of the Pac-12’s top kick returners.

From Seattle Times