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    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.