Meaning of the word commissary in English

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commissary

US /ˈkɑː.mə.ser.i/

UK /ˈkɑː.mə.ser.i/

a store, especially on a military base or in a prison, that sells food and supplies at reduced prices

Example:

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Soldiers can buy groceries at the commissary on base.

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The prison commissary offers a limited selection of snacks and toiletries.

Synonym:

PX BX exchange canteen store

a person delegated by a superior to carry out a specific duty or to represent the superior

Example:

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The general appointed a commissary to oversee the relief efforts.

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He acted as a commissary for the diplomatic mission.

Synonym:

delegate representative agent envoy deputy

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