oficial — meaning in English

English meaning

• officer noun Someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.
• official adj Approved by, or coming from, a proper authority.

Senses

oficial is used for these senses in English:

• officer One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.
• officer A respectful term of address for an officer, especially a police officer.
• official An office holder, a person holding an official position in government, sports, or other organization.

officer — full definition

1. noun Someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.
2. noun A respectful way to address a police officer.

official — full definition

1. adj Approved by, or coming from, a proper authority.
2. noun A person who holds a position of authority or responsibility, especially in government or an organization.

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