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commissary

/ˈkɒmɪseri/ /ˈkɒmɪsɛri/

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noun

A store primarily serving persons in an institution, most often soldiers or prisoners.

Examples :

"The soldiers bought snacks and toiletries at the army commissary. "

military organization commerce food service building

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noun

A cafeteria at a movie studio.

Examples :

"The actors stopped by the commissary for lunch before their scene. "

entertainment food place

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noun

One to whom is committed some charge, duty, or office, by a superior power; a commissioner.

Examples :

"The principal appointed Sarah as the commissary for the school's fundraising event, entrusting her with the responsibility of organizing all the volunteers. "

government job military organization

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noun

An officer of the bishop, who exercises ecclesiastical jurisdiction in parts of the diocese at a distance from the residence of the bishop.

Examples :

"Because the bishop lived far away in the capital city, he appointed a commissary to handle church matters in the remote mountain villages. "

religion theology government law organization

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noun

An officer who supplies provisions to an army.

Examples :

"The army depended on the commissary to provide them with enough food for their long journey. "

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noun

The judge in a commissary court.

Examples :

"The commissary ruled on the validity of the will, settling the estate dispute. "

government law job person

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A higher-ranking police officer.

Examples :

"After reviewing the officers' reports, the commissary requested a meeting to discuss the inconsistencies. "