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masculine

/exekuˈtiβo/

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Translation

executive

Word origin

From Latin exsecutus, past participle of exsequi ('to follow out, carry out'), from ex ('out') plus sequi ('to follow').

Origin
Latin
Root
exsequi
English cognates
execute, executive

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralejecutivos

Examples

.

The executive arrived late to the morning meeting.

ejecutiva respetada .

She is a highly respected executive in the banking sector.

.

The company executives approved the new plan.

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The executive power rests with the government.

¿ ?

Which executive signed this contract?

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This word is part of lesson 56.