(Christianity) An official performing the work of an archdeacon under the bishop. / (Christianity) In the English Church, an officer assisting the bishop, the chancellor of the diocese.

plural of vicar-general

(Commonwealth of Nations) The director of the General Register Office.

(historical) A member of a privileged association in France, before the French Revolution, who collected duties on behalf of the king, along with bonus fees for themselves.

plural of receiver-general

In common-law countries, a legal officer who is the chief representative of a regional or national government in courtroom proceedings; sometimes a deputy of the attorney general.

plural of solicitor general

Synonym of in general; generally

plural of solicitor general

A senior law officer advising a government.