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Definition unofficial in British English

unofficial adjective

adjective
/ˌʌnəˈfɪʃ(ə)l/
1

not organized or formally approved by anyone in authority

Example

The union is to take unofficial strike action next Tuesday.

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1.1

not having an official position or status

Example

He has become the president's unofficial spokesman.

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Definition unofficial in British English