Officer
/ˈɒfɪsər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person holding a position of authority in an organization, especially law enforcement or the military.
The officer issued a citation for the traffic violation.
- (n.) An appointed or elected member of a corporation or government body authorized to act on its behalf.
The company’s officers signed the official documents.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specify the authority and scope of an officer’s powers to avoid ambiguity.
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