officer
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/ˈɔːfɪsər/
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/ˈɒfɪsə/
authority figure
Etymology
'officer' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'officier,' where 'office' meant 'duty or service.'
'officier' transformed into the Middle English word 'officer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'officer.'
Initially, it meant 'a person holding a position of duty,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person holding a position of authority.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person holding a position of authority in the armed forces, police, or other organization.
The officer gave the order to advance.
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Noun 2
a person appointed or elected to a position of responsibility in an organization.
She was elected as the chief financial officer of the company.
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