official

Definitions


[əˈfɪʃl], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- relating to an authority or public body and its activities and responsibilities
(e.g: the prime minister's official engagements)


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Origin:
Middle English (originally as a noun): via Old French from Latin officialis, from officium (see office)


[əˈfɪʃl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a person holding public office or having official duties, especially as a representative of an organization or government department
(e.g: a union official)


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Origin:
Middle English (originally as a noun): via Old French from Latin officialis, from officium (see office)




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