register office

In the UK and similar administrative systems, a 'register office' is essential for recording significant life events such as births, deaths, and marriages.

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Definition

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(British, formal)A local government office where births, deaths, and marriages are officially recorded, and civil marriages are conducted.

Example

  • They went to the register office to obtain a copy of their marriage certificate.
  • Civil ceremonies are often held at the register office.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "register office":

general officedirect registeringhome office