executive (adj.)

  1. having the function of carrying out plans or orders etc.; the executive branch'

    executive (n.)

  1. a person responsible for the administration of a business

    [ Syn: executive director ]

  2. persons who administer the law

  3. someone who manages a government agency or department

    [ Syn: administrator ]

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