Meaning & use
PFC
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An abbreviation for Private First Class, a junior enlisted rank in the United States Army, Marine Corps, and some other militaries.
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PFC Rodriguez was promoted after completing an additional six months of service.
The platoon included three PFCs and one corporal.
A note on using this word
Ranks above private but below corporal or lance corporal in most U.S. military branches.
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private first class
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