ex·ec·u·tive 1 adj
1: of or relating to the execution or carrying out of laws
serving a warrant is an executive function; esp: belonging to the branch of government that is charged with such powers as diplomatic representation, overseeing the execution of laws, and appointment of officials see also administrative; article ii of the constitution in the back matter compare judicial, legislative
2 a: of or relating to execution
b: having administrative or managerial responsibility
an executive director
3: of, relating to, or issued by an executive
an executive pardon
executive 2 n
2: a person who exercises administrative or managerial control
Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of Law. Merriam-Webster. 1996.