Executive Officer
/ɪɡˈzɛkjʊtɪv ˈɒfɪsər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person responsible for the management and administration of an organization, typically appointed by a board of directors or other authority.
The executive officer convened the board meeting to discuss the annual report.
- (n.) An officer vested with the authority to enforce laws and carry out government functions, such as a chief executive of a state or agency.
The state’s executive officer signed the new legislation into law.
Forms
- executive officers
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Commentary
The term 'executive officer' varies by context—corporate usage typically involves management roles appointed by a board, while governmental usage refers to officials vested with executive authority. Drafting should specify the context to avoid ambiguity.
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