officer in Latin
officer in Latin is praefectus — officer means someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.
officer in Latin
praefectus
One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.
What does "officer" mean?
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noun Someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.
"The customs officer asked to see our passports before letting us through the gate."
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noun A respectful way to address a police officer.
"Excuse me, officer, could you tell me how to get to the station?"
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officer in a sentence
- The customs officer asked to see our passports before letting us through the gate.
- The officer directed traffic around the accident.
- Excuse me, officer, could you tell me how to get to the station?
- "I'm sorry, officer, I didn't see the sign," the driver said politely.
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What is "officer" in Latin?
"officer" in Latin is praefectus. officer means: Someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.
How do you use "officer" in a sentence?
Example: "The customs officer asked to see our passports before letting us through the gate." In Latin, "officer" is praefectus.
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