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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

commissary

/kəˈmɪsəri/ noun · British & US
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What does commissary mean?

noun

A person authorized to act on behalf of another, especially a military officer who is responsible for the administration of a prison or a military base. A store or canteen that sells food and other necessities to prisoners or military personnel.

Example

"The commissary was a popular destination for soldiers on leave."

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