officiate
/əˈfɪʃiˌeɪt/
verb
- To perform the duties of an official at a ceremony or event, such as a wedding, funeral, or sports game.
- The priest officiated the funeral service with great dignity.
- A judge agreed to officiate the wedding ceremony at the park.
- The referee will officiate the championship game tomorrow.
- To act in an official capacity, especially to oversee or direct a formal proceeding.
- The ambassador officiated the signing of the treaty between the two nations.
- The dean officiated the graduation ceremony, handing out diplomas.
- She was asked to officiate the town hall meeting as the moderator.
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