administrate; execute state power; administrative work
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesverb
to exercise state power; to administer; to govern
formalRefers to the execution and enforcement of laws and public policy by the government or its agencies.
The government must strictly exercise administrative power according to the law.
This administrative body is responsible for urban planning.
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Administrative units typically have law enforcement powers.
noun
administration; administrative work; management
neutralRefers to the internal management, clerical, and organizational work within an institution, company, or group, not involving direct production or core business.
The company hired several new administrative staff.
We need to control administrative expenses.
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He is in charge of research, and I am in charge of administration.
Administrative work includes scheduling meetings and organizing documents.