noun
- one of two or more persons who jointly hold the rank or position of captain of a team, organization, or vessel
Usage: often used in sports contexts; can be hyphenated as co-captain
Examples
- She was named cocaptain of the volleyball team along with her teammate.
- The two cocaptains led the soccer squad to the championship.
- He served as cocaptain of the debate team for two consecutive years.
- The ship's cocaptains shared command during the long voyage.
- Both cocaptains were recognized for their leadership at the awards ceremony.