“of/office”

The following 4 entries include the term of/office.

arms of office

: arms borne by virtue of tenancy of an office or dignity

house of office

: a building or room (as a kitchen or pantry) used for domestic purposes

inquest of office

: an inquiry made by authority or direction of the proper officer into matters (as escheat of lands) affecting the rights and interests of the crown or of the state

oath of office

noun phrase

: an official promise by a person who has been elected to a public office to fulfill the duties of the office according to the law


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