Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for EX-EC'UTIVE
EX-EC'UTIVE, n.
The officer, whether king, president, or chief magistrate, who superintends the execution of the laws; the person who administers the government; executive power or authority in government. Men most desirous of places in the executive gift, will not expect to be gratified, except by their support of the executive. – J. Quincy.
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