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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
noun
One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.

What does "officer" mean?

  1. noun Someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.
    "The officer directed traffic around the accident."
  2. noun A respectful way to address a police officer.
    ""Is there a problem, officer?" he asked nervously."
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officer in a sentence

  • The officer directed traffic around the accident.
  • She was promoted to a senior officer within the company.
  • "Is there a problem, officer?" he asked nervously.

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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 officer directed traffic around the accident." In Latin, "officer" is praefectus.

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