(computing) Instructions for a computer in a form the computer can directly use (i.e. which it can execute). Derived from source code by compiling or assembling and linking.

(US) A job title of varying meaning, common in entertainment, computing and many other industries; often a person in charge of other producers.

(law, chiefly US) An ordinance issued on the authority of the head of the executive branch of government.

Any ostentatious or pretentious home. / The White House.

(business) An executive in an advertising agency, or public relations firm who manages a client's account.

plural of chief executive

The president of the United States. / (Hong Kong, capitalized as office holder) The head of government of Hong Kong / (Macau) The head of government of Macau / The governor of a U.S. state.

(US, military) A order initiating a military operation.

plural of execute order

The branch of government that oversees the carrying out of the laws