ambassador vs attaché

ambassador

noun
  • A minister of the highest rank sent to a foreign court to represent there his sovereign or country. (Sometimes called ambassador-in-residence) 

  • An official messenger and representative. 

  • A corporate representative, often the public face of the company. 

attaché

noun
  • A diplomatic officer, usually one who plays a specific role. 

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