The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word OFFICERS
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What does OFFICERS mean?
OFFICERS noun- One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.
- A respectful term of address for an officer, especially a police officer.
- One who holds a public office.
- An agent or servant imparted with the ability, to some degree, to act on initiative.
- A commissioned officer.