Presiding Officer
/ˈprɛzɪdɪŋ ˈɒfɪsər/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual who presides over a formal proceeding or tribunal, ensuring order and applying procedural rules.
The presiding officer called the meeting to order and maintained decorum throughout.
- (n.) A judge or official designated to oversee a hearing, trial, or legislative session.
The presiding officer ruled on all objections during the trial.
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- presiding officers
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Commentary
The term broadly covers officials managing proceedings; clear specification of setting (court, legislature, arbitration) aids precision.
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