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commissioner

1 of 1noun
/kəˈmɪʃənər/
1

a person appointed or elected to a position of authority, often within a government or organization, responsible for overseeing and managing specific areas of policy, administration, or regulation

  • The commissioner of police oversees law enforcement operations within the city.
  • As the commissioner of education, she is responsible for setting educational policies and standards.
  • She serves as the commissioner of human services, overseeing social welfare programs and support services for vulnerable populations.
  • The commissioner of environmental protection enforces environmental regulations and promotes conservation efforts.
  • He serves as the commissioner of transportation, overseeing infrastructure projects and traffic management.
2

a member of a commission