Meaning & use
Officiate
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To perform the official duties of a ceremony, event, or sports match, often as the person in charge or presiding.
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The retired judge agreed to officiate at their wedding.
Two referees officiate each professional basketball game.
A note on using this word
"Officiate" is used both for formal ceremonies, like weddings or religious services, and for sports, where it refers to refereeing or umpiring.
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