Definition of "lower-ranking" []

• Inferior in rank or status. (adjective)

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• "Many lower-ranking officials recruited by Ms. Rhee and attracted by the prospect of serious reform will feel comfortable staying on."
• "Hor told reporters Monday that if the prosecutions were expanded to include lower-ranking Khmer Rouge officials "it could jeopardize peace and stability.""
• "The arrest is in connection with an alleged Internet campaign launched by lower-ranking military officers aimed at discrediting the Islamic-leaning government."