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EX OFFICIO

(adverb, adj.sat)
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There are 2 meanings of the phrase Ex Officio.

Ex Officio - as an adverb

By virtue of position

Example: "The president sat on the committee ex officio"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
by right of office

Ex Officio - as an adjective satellite

By virtue of an office or position

Example: "The head of the department serves as an ex officio member of the board"

Example Sentences

"The defendant is the ex officio chairman of the committee."
"The ex officio members of the board have voting rights."
"The ex officio treasurer is responsible for managing the organization's finances."
"As the ex officio secretary, she is in charge of recording the minutes of the meeting."
"The ex officio governor has the authority to veto legislation."
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