L’officier (en. The officer)

/l‿ofisje/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
An individual holding an official position, typically in a military or administrative context.
The officer was promoted for his courageous actions.
L'officier a été promu pour ses actions courageuses.
A police officer or a person in uniform who has legal responsibilities.
The police officer gave instructions to the protesters.
L'officier de police a donné des directives aux manifestants.
In a diplomatic context, an official representative of a government.
The liaison officer spoke with foreign diplomats.
L'officier de liaison s'est entretenu avec les diplomates étrangers.

Etymology

From the Latin 'officium', which means 'service, duty'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the officer on duty
The officer responsible for a given day.
l'officier du jour
the officer in charge
The officer who has authority over a mission or operation.
l'officier en charge
notice to the officer
Notification or communication to a particular officer.
avis à l'officier

Related Words

official
Who is in accordance with established rules or laws.
officielle
official
Who is validated by an authority or institution.
officiel
security officer
An agent responsible for security in a given environment.
officier de sécurité

Slang Meanings

A cop
It's better not to talk to cops if you want to stay discreet.
Il vaut mieux ne pas parler aux flics si on veut rester discret.
A rank
This rank knows how to handle a situation.
Ce gradé sait comment gérer une situation.