officer

A member of the police; also a polite way to address them.

• The officer helped us.
• An officer stopped the car.
• Officer, where can I report a stolen phone?

Similar words: police officer

Common phrases: police officer, traffic officer, officer on duty

A member of the armed forces whose rank gives them authority to command others.

• The officer gave an order.
• She became an army officer.
• Two officers led the soldiers across the bridge.

Common phrases: army officer, commanding officer, naval officer, commissioned officer

A person with a position of authority in an organization.

• The club elected new officers.
• She is the chief financial officer.
• A senior officer approved the request.

Similar words: official

Common phrases: chief executive officer, chief financial officer, senior officer

A person who holds an official position with authority in public service.

• A public officer signed the document.
• The judge is an officer of the court.
• Government officers must follow these rules.

Similar words: official

Common phrases: public officer, officer of court, government officer