liaison officer
Britishnoun
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a person who liaises between groups or units
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a university official who oversees the operation of the accrediting system in schools
Example Sentences
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A terrorism liaison officer was brought into the case at 10:54 a.m., the sources said, sparking a scramble to find Clark.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2026
"Our thoughts are with the family of the man who lost his life, they are currently being supported by a specially trained family liaison officer."
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2026
The 52-year-old liaison officer told the BBC that he had been waiting for 30 minutes.
From BBC ● Mar. 26, 2026
Emma said she was informed by a family liaison officer from the force that a story might run in the media about the messages, but was not given any further detail.
From BBC ● Mar. 25, 2026
I’m so glad the liaison officer has discovered your French and given you a job that makes use of it.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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