department (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
Definition
A specialized division or branch of a large organization, business, or institution, responsible for a particular area of activity.
Examples
She works in the human resources department of the company.
The finance department manages all the company's accounts.
Please direct your inquiry to the customer service department.
How to Use department
- department of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to specify which division or branch is being referred to. — "The Department of Health announced new guidelines."
- in the department (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates belonging to or working within a specific department. — "She is a key member of the marketing department."
- head of department (collocation)
- The person in charge of a department. — "The head of department will interview the final candidates."
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