officer

[ˈɒfɪsə(r)]

officer Definition

• 1. a person in a position of authority in a government department or organization, who is responsible for making sure that the laws, rules, etc. are obeyed
• 2. a member of the armed forces who holds a position of authority
• 3. a police officer

Using officer: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "officer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The officer in charge of the investigation gave a statement to the press.

• Example

  He was an officer in the US Navy.

• Example

  The officer pulled over the speeding car and asked for the driver's license and registration.

officer Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for officer

• official
• functionary
• executive
• administrator
• manager

Antonyms for officer

• civilian
• noncombatant

Idioms Using officer

• gentleman officer

  a man who holds a commission in the British Army and is of a high social class

  Example

  The gentleman officer was well-respected by his peers.

• officer and a gentleman

  a phrase used to describe someone who is both a member of the armed forces and has good manners and behavior

  Example

  He was an officer and a gentleman, always polite and respectful.

• officer of the deck

  the officer in charge of a ship's bridge

  Example

  The officer of the deck was responsible for navigating the ship.

Phrases with officer

• police officer

  a member of a police force

  Example

  The police officer arrested the suspect.

• officer class

  the group of officers in a military organization

  Example

  The officer class was responsible for planning the mission.

• officer of the law

  a person who is authorized to enforce the law

  Example

  The officer of the law arrested the criminal.

Origins of officer

from Old French 'oficier', meaning 'an official'

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Summary: officer in Brief

An 'officer' [ˈɒfɪsə(r)] is a person in a position of authority, responsible for ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. It can refer to government officials, military personnel, or police officers. Examples include 'The officer in charge of the investigation gave a statement to the press.' and 'He was an officer in the US Navy.' Idioms like 'officer and a gentleman' describe individuals who are members of the armed forces and exhibit good behavior.