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official

of·fi·cial [ ə físh'l ]


noun  (plural of·fi·cials)
Definition:
 
somebody holding office: a holder of office in an organization, corporation, or government department



adjective 
Definition:
 
1. of government or authority: relating to the role of a government, public body, or authority
official rules and regulations

2. authorized by authority: approved, recognized, or issued by a government, public body, or authority
No official statement has been issued.

3. formal: formal or ceremonial
invited to attend the official opening


of·fi·cial·ly adverb
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