Word
chartered
Phoneticschar·tered
US/ˈtʃɑɹtɝd/
UK/tʃˈɑːtəd/
Definitions
01professionally qualified
adj. having a high level of professional qualification and belonging to an official organisation.
adj. holding a professional qualification or status granted by a royal charter or similar official body.
“You should talk to a chartered accountant before you start your own business.”
“The firm only employs chartered engineers to oversee their structural projects, ensuring that all safety standards meet national regulatory requirements.”
British English
Usage
Commonly used in British English for professions like accountants, surveyors, and engineers.
02hired for private use
adj. describes a plane, boat, or bus that has been hired for a specific group or trip.
adj. referring to a vehicle or vessel hired for a specific purpose or period under a charter party agreement.
“The team traveled to the tournament on a chartered plane.”
“The company arranged a chartered bus to transport the delegates from the airport directly to the remote conference centre.”
Usage
Often used to distinguish private transport from scheduled public services.
Real-World Examples
“Khan’s boat Kismet was named superyacht of the year in 2025, its main salon inspired by the Palace of Versailles, and can be chartered for more than $3m per week.” “He was a chartered biologist, a fellow of the Royal Society of Biology, and a president of the International Biodeterioration Society (1985-87).” Scan code
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