Officiaries

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A person holding a position of official responsibility or authority within an organization or institution
2. An individual designated to perform official duties or functions, especially in a ceremonial context
3. Someone recognized for executing formal responsibilities, particularly in regard to events or administrative tasks

Etymology: "Officiaries" is simply the plural of "officiary," a noun meaning an official who holds authority. Its origins lie in the Latin "officium," meaning duty or service, which also gave English "office." The plural form carries the same sense, referring to several such holders of authority at once.