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functionary
noun func·tion·ary \ˈfəŋ(k)-shə-ˌner-ē\
: a person who works for a government or political party
plural func·tion·ar·ies
Full Definition of FUNCTIONARY
1
: one who serves in a certain function
2
: one holding office in a government or political party
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First Known Use of FUNCTIONARY
1791
Related to FUNCTIONARY
- Synonyms
- official, officeholder, officer, public servant
Rhymes with FUNCTIONARY
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