rank and file
[/ræŋk ənd faɪl/]
noun
tropa rasa; base; membros comuns
1. The ordinary members of an organization, as distinguished from its leaders or officers
The rank and file of the union voted to accept the new contract.
A base do sindicato votou para aceitar o novo contrato.
2. Common soldiers or enlisted personnel in the military
The rank and file soldiers were trained for combat operations.
Os soldados da tropa rasa foram treinados para operações de combate.
3. Ordinary people or workers as opposed to executives or leadership
Management often ignores the concerns of the rank and file.
A administração frequentemente ignora as preocupações dos trabalhadores comuns.
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