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CEO

|C-E-O|

🇺🇸

/ˌsiː.iːˈoʊ/

🇬🇧

/ˌsiː.iːˈəʊ/

top executive

Etymology

Etymology Information

'CEO' is an acronym for 'Chief Executive Officer'.

Historical Evolution

The term 'CEO' evolved from the need to designate the highest-ranking executive in a company.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the top executive responsible for overall operations, and this meaning has remained consistent.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

chief Executive Officer, the highest-ranking person in a company or other institution, ultimately responsible for making managerial decisions.

The CEO announced a new strategic plan for the company.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41