secretary

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈsɛk.ɹə.tɹi/
/ˈsɛkɹəˌtɛɹi/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

Someone entrusted with a secret; a confidant.

2 Definition

A person who keeps records, takes notes and handles general clerical work.

3 Definition

(often capitalized) The head of a department of government.

4 Definition

A managerial or leading position in certain non-profit organizations, such as political parties, trade unions, international organizations.

Example Sentences
  • Ban Ki-Moon was a secretary general of the United Nations.
5 Definition

A type of desk, secretary desk; a secretaire.

6 Definition

A secretary bird, a bird of the species Sagittarius serpentarius.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To serve as a secretary of.