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re·turn·ing of·fi·cer
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returning officernoun
the official in each electorate who holds the election and returns the results
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returning officernoun
A local official who oversees the running of an election in a given area.
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Returning officer
In various parliamentary systems, a returning officer is responsible for overseeing elections in one or more constituencies.
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returning officer
A returning officer is an official who oversees elections in a specific constituency. They are responsible for ensuring the election is conducted fairly and impartially, oversees the count, and announces the results. The duties and procedures they follow can vary depending on the electoral system and the specific laws and regulations of the country or region.
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Returning officer
In various parliamentary systems, a returning officer is responsible for overseeing elections in one or more constituencies.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of returning officer in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of returning officer in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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