A person employed to handle correspondence, keep records, and do general office work for an individual or organization. noun
The secretary scheduled all the meetings for the week.
She worked as a secretary at a law firm for several years.
An official in charge of a government department, especially in the United States. noun
The Secretary of State will be giving a speech on foreign policy.
He was appointed as the Secretary of Education last year.
A piece of furniture with a flat writing surface and drawers, often with a hinged top that can be closed. noun
She inherited an antique secretary from her grandmother.
The secretary in the corner of the room was filled with old letters and documents.
An officer in a club, society, or other organization who handles correspondence and keeps records. noun
As the club's secretary, he was responsible for taking minutes at the meetings.
The secretary of the association sent out the monthly newsletter.