noun
- plural of officiary; persons who hold an office or official position, especially in a religious or ceremonial context
Usage: formal; often used in historical or ecclesiastical contexts
Examples
- The officiaries of the cathedral gathered for the annual ceremony.
- Medieval officiaries managed the affairs of the church and kingdom.
- The officiaries were responsible for maintaining order during the procession.
- Several officiaries signed the official document.
- The officiaries held their positions for life in that era.