v.p.
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Definition
Noun: An executive officer who holds a rank directly subordinate to a president. This officer may assume the duties and authority of the president under specific, predefined circumstances, such as the president's absence, disability, or succession.
Usage
The term "v.p." is a standard abbreviation for "vice president." It is used primarily in formal organizational, corporate, and governmental contexts to denote this specific high-ranking position. * The v.p. of sales will present the quarterly report. * After the merger, she was promoted to v.p. of operations. * The v.p. presided over the meeting in the president's absence.
Advanced Usage
- Acting as v.p.: Performing the duties of the vice president, either temporarily or in an official capacity.
- She will be acting as v.p. while the executive search is conducted.
- Elected/appointed v.p.: Specifying the method by which the individual attained the office.
- He was the newly elected v.p. of the student council.
Variants and Related Words
- Vice President: The full, unabbreviated form of "v.p."
- VP: A common alternative abbreviation, often written without periods.
- Vice-Presidency: The office, term, or authority of a vice president.
- Vice-Presidential: Relating to the vice president or the vice-presidency.
Synonyms
- Deputy: A person appointed as a substitute with power to act.
- Second-in-command: The person ranking next below the leader.
Related Phrases
- Vice President of [Domain]: A standard title format specifying the area of responsibility (e.g., Vice President of Finance, Vice President of Engineering).
- Executive Vice President (EVP): A vice president with broader authority, often ranking above other vice presidents.
Noun
- an executive officer ranking immediately below a president; may serve in the president's place under certain circumstances