officer

/ˈɑfɪsɚ//ˈɒfɪsə//ˈɔfɪsɚ/

noun

  1. 1

    One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.

  2. 2

    A respectful term of address for an officer, especially a police officer.

  3. 3

    One who holds a public office.

  4. 4

    An agent or servant imparted with the ability, to some degree, to act on initiative.

  5. 5

    A commissioned officer.

verb

  1. 1

    To supply with officers.

  2. 2

    To command like an officer.

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