Civil Servant

/ˈsɪvəl ˈsɜːrvənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An individual employed in the public sector who performs administrative, clerical, or other duties for the government.
    The civil servant processed the application for the government license.

Forms

  • civil servant
  • civil servants

Commentary

In legal contexts, the term often emphasizes the non-political, permanent status of such employees as distinct from elected officials.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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