Reserve officer

Reserve officer

A Reserve officer (pronunciation: /rɪˈzɜːv ˈɒfɪsər/) is a member of the armed forces who is not in active duty but who can be called upon to serve in times of emergency or war.

Etymology

The term "Reserve officer" originates from the military practice of keeping a "reserve" of personnel who can be called upon when needed. The word "officer" comes from the Latin "officium," meaning duty or service.

Related Terms

• Active duty: Full-time military service.
• Commissioned officer: A member of the military who holds a commission, a formal document of appointment, from the head of state.
• Non-commissioned officer: A military officer who has not been given a commission.
• Warrant officer: A rank in military hierarchies, above enlisted ranks and below commissioned officer ranks.
• Enlisted personnel: Military personnel who are not officers and who serve under the orders of officers.
• Military reserve force: A military organization composed of citizens who combine a military role or career with a civilian career.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Reserve officer
• Wikipedia's article - Reserve officer

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