officer

• Nom désignant une personne occupant un poste avec autorité, commandement ou responsabilité, notamment dans un contexte militaire, policier ou organisationnel.

A noun referring to a person who holds a position of authority, command, or responsibility, especially in a military, police, or organizational context.

1. Police officerA2formal

   A member of a police force responsible for enforcing the law and maintaining public order.

   agent de police

   • The officer asked to see his driver's license.
   • A police officer arrived at the scene of the accident.
   • She decided to become an officer after college.

   Synonymesconstablecoppatrolmanpeace officerpolice officerpolicemanpolicewoman

2. Military officerB1formal

   A person holding a position of authority in the armed forces, typically above the rank of a non-commissioned officer.

   Officier militaire

   • The officer commanded the troops during the exercise.
   • He was promoted to the rank of officer in the army.
   • Military officers are trained to lead and make strategic decisions.

   Synonymescommander

   Antonymesprivaterank and filesoldier

3. Corporate officerB2formal

   A person with a high-ranking position in a company or organization, such as a CEO, CFO, or director.

   Dirigeant d'entreprise

   • The chief financial officer presented the quarterly report.
   • She serves as an officer on the board of directors.
   • Corporate officers are responsible for major business decisions.

   Synonymesdirectorexecutivefunctionaryoffice-bearerofficeholderofficial

• Nom désignant une personne qui occupe un poste d'autorité ou de commandement, notamment dans l'armée, la police ou l'administration publique, ou qui exerce une fonction officielle.

A noun referring to a person holding a position of authority or command, especially in the military, police, or government.

1. To command or leadB2formal

   To act as an officer in a military or organizational context; to command or direct.

   commander

   • He was chosen to officer the new battalion.
   • She officers the team with great discipline.
   • The general officers the entire operation.

   Synonymescommanddirectleadmanagesupervise