Midshipman (noun)

A cadet or officer-in-training in the navy, typically at a rank below ensign.

Origin:

Mid + shipman, refers to a person who is in the middle of rank in a ship crew.

Examples:

1. The young midshipman had just completed his training and was ready to join his ship.
2. The midshipmen at the naval academy were training to become officers in the Navy.
3. The midshipman"s responsibilities included navigation and the maintenance of the ship"s equipment.
4. The midshipmen are expected to maintain a high standard of conduct and performance.
5. Midshipmen are also often called cadet, it's a title used for a student of a military academy or a naval academy.