officer
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a member of the police force.
n.a member of a police force or similar law enforcement agency.
Simple“The officer asked to see the driver's license after the car stopped.”
In context“The police officer remained calm while questioning the witnesses to ensure the accuracy of the initial incident report.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
n.a person who has a high rank and commands others in the army, navy, or air force.
n.a person holding a commission in the armed forces, typically in a position of command over lower-ranking personnel.
Simple“The young officer led his troops across the field during the exercise.”
In context“After years of distinguished service, she was promoted to the rank of senior officer within the naval intelligence division.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a person in a high position in a large organization or company.
n.a person who holds a senior administrative or executive position in a corporation, society, or government body.
Simple“The chief financial officer explained the company's new budget to the staff.”
In context“The presiding officer of the committee called for a formal vote on the proposed amendments to the bylaws.”
- 04 C2 Proficiency
v.to provide a group or organization with officers to lead them.
v.to supply a military unit or organization with officers; to command in the manner of an officer.
Simple“The new regiment was officered by experienced men from the capital.”
In context“The expedition was poorly officered, leading to a breakdown in discipline once the supplies began to dwindle in the winter months.”
Usage officers responded
From Middle English officer, from Anglo-Norman officer, officier, from Old French officer, Late Latin officiarius (“official”), from Latin officium (“office”) + -ārius (“-er”). By surface analysis, office + -er.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.