noun

officers

officers, police officers, officials

The police officers arrived at the scene.

The police officers arrived at the scene.

The officers of the company held a meeting.

The officers of the company held a meeting.

Military officers must show leadership.

Military officers must show leadership.

((the)) officers of ((sth.)) a person in a position of authority in (sth.) The officers of the company are meeting.

Synonyms: agents, officials, commanders

From Latin 'officium' (duty, service). An 'officer' is someone who holds an 'office' (a position of duty).

Think of someone in an 'office' with authority, like a police officer or a company officer.

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