noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to a person who assists an executive or public figure with administrative tasks, scheduling, and correspondence. Often used in business and political contexts.
彼女は社長の秘書として働いている。
She works as the president's secretary.
秘書課に配属された。
I was assigned to the secretarial section.
noun
treasured book; secret book
Literary or historical term for a book that is kept secret or highly valued, often containing esoteric knowledge. Rare in modern everyday usage.
その古文書は代々秘書として伝えられてきた。
That ancient document has been passed down for generations as a secret book.