Officers
/ˈɒfɪsərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Individuals holding positions of authority or trust, often within government, corporations, or law enforcement.
The officers of the corporation are responsible for its daily management.
- (n.) Members of a police or military force charged with enforcing laws or regulations.
The officers arrested the suspect at the scene of the crime.
Forms
- officer
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Commentary
'Officers' is the plural form of 'officer'; its definition depends on the context—corporate, governmental, or law enforcement—where position and authority vary.
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