plural of public officer

one who holds public office; an official or employee of the government.

A person of authority in the military who has not received a commission (a direct conveyance of authority from the sovereign government); as such they can have charge or control but not command in the most technical use of the word.

plural of commissioned officer

An officer enforcing customs laws.

A peace officer who is a member of a police force.

(military) An officer who derives authority directly from a sovereign power and, as such, holds a commission charging them with the duties and responsibilities of a specific office or position.

(military, nautical) A naval officer with the rank of rear admiral or above. Such officers are entitled to fly a personal flag, especially on the flagship.

plural of petty officer

(military) An officer who fulfills a non-combat support function, often in a headquarters or planning office.