also: かんど
noun
government service; public office
Refers to holding a position in government or being employed by the state. Somewhat formal and often used in historical or bureaucratic contexts.
彼は官途に就くことを志している。
He aspires to enter government service.
官途を退いた後、彼は故郷で静かに暮らした。
After retiring from public office, he lived quietly in his hometown.
Compound of 官 (government, official) and 途 (way, path). Literally 'the path of officialdom', referring to a career in government service.