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The correct spelling is office.
How to pronounce office
/ˈɑfɪs/
nounIPA: /ˈɑfɪs/
Say it like: Off-ise
The correct spelling is office. A ceremonial duty or service, particularly: For example: "When the office of Secretary of State is vacant, its duties fall upon an official within the department."
Usage Examples
“When the office of Secretary of State is vacant, its duties fall upon an official within the department.”
“She held office as secretary of state until she left office to run for office.”
“The office of the Secretary of State is cleaned when it is vacant.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A ceremonial duty or service, particularly:
- 2.A position of responsibility.
- 3.Official position, particularly high employment within government; tenure in such a position.
- 4.An official or group of officials; a personification of officeholders.
- 5.A duty, particularly owing to one's position or station; a charge, trust, or role; moral duty.
verb
- 1.To provide (someone) with an office.
- 2.To have an office.
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