Nimitz

/ˈnɪmɪts/
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Other forms: Nimitzes

Definitions of Nimitz
  1. noun
    United States admiral of the Pacific fleet during World War II who used aircraft carriers to destroy the Japanese navy (1885-1966)
    synonyms: Admiral Nimitz, Chester Nimitz, Chester William Nimitz
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    naval officer
    an officer in the navy
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