Commissioner
/kəˈmɪʃənər/
Definitions
- (n.) An official appointed to oversee and administer a specific department or government function.
The commissioner of the police department issued new regulations.
- (n.) A member of a commission or governing board with decision-making authority.
The commissioner voted in favor of the new policy change.
Forms
- commissioners
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Commentary
The term often denotes a government or regulatory official; precision in context is key to distinguish the scope of authority.
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