Icelandic-English translations for embætti

authority
us
I have the authority to penalise the staff in my department, but not the authority to sack themShe lost all her respect and authority after turning up drunk to the meetingRespect my authority!
office
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In the Latin rite, all bishops, priests, and transitional deacons are obliged to recite the Divine Office daily.When the office of Secretary of State is vacant, its duties fall upon an official within the department.She held office as secretary of state until she left office to run for office.

position
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Chief of Staff is the second-highest position in the army.My position on this issue is unchanged.Stand in this position, with your arms at your side.