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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

functionaries

/ˌfʌŋkˈʃənəriːz/ noun · British & US
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What does functionaries mean?

noun

People employed to perform administrative or organizational tasks, especially in a government or public institution. Officials or bureaucrats.

Example

"The mayor's office was staffed by a team of functionaries who handled the day-to-day operations of the city."

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