B2 a person in the armed forces who has a position of authority:
a naval officer
a top-ranking officer
B1 a member of the police force:
Officer Clarke
[ as form of address ] "Do you know how fast you were driving, ma'am?" "No, officer."
More examples
- The officer commanded his men to shoot.
- Inasmuch as you are their commanding officer, you are responsible for the behaviour of these men.
- The police have appointed a liaison officer to work with the local community.
- Every available officer will be assigned to the investigation.
- There was a record number of confiscations by customs officers last year.
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General ranks in the armed forces
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