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officium
4 English words descend from Latin
officium
, most common first.
office
A ceremonial duty or service, particularly
official
Of or about an office or public trust.
officer
One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.
officiate
To perform the functions of some office.