commissioner
n. countablen. an important official who is in charge of a government department or a professional sports league. This person usually has the power to make big decisions and enforce rules.
n. a high-ranking official appointed to oversee a specific government commission, public service department, or professional sports organization. Often carries executive or regulatory authority within a defined jurisdiction.
The police commissioner promised to reduce crime in the city.
The league commissioner suspended the player for three games following a violation of the conduct policy.
After the scandal, the government appointed an independent commissioner to investigate the department's hiring practices and ensure future transparency.
From Middle English commissioner, from Anglo-Norman commissionaire, from Medieval Latin commissiōnārius. Doublet of commissionaire. See commission.
Often used as a title before a surname, such as Commissioner Gordon.