an office

Noun · English

Meaning 1

a room, set of rooms, or building where the business of a commercial or industrial organization or of a professional person is conducted

(a room or building where professional or clerical work is done)

Example

We have a big office in the city.

Meaning 2

a position of authority, duty, or trust, especially within an organization or government

(a position of authority or trust, especially in government)

Example

She was elected to the high office of president.

Synonyms

workplace, bureau, place of business, position, post, appointment

Grammar

plural
offices

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