noun
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a person who is conducting the state affairs or engaged in the business of government.
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a person authorised to carry out something on behalf of anotehr or a state; an agent.
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one who manages a business, institution, etc.; a manager.
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a person who shows wisdom, skill, and vision in conducting state affairs and dealing with public issues; a statesman.
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(gen.) a man possessing high degree of wisdom or skill.
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an expert cheat; a trickster.