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department
This word carries a strong connotation of hierarchy and compartmentalization. It suggests a structured environment where labor is divided by function to increase efficiency, often implying a boundary between different teams or areas of expertise.
In a corporate or academic setting, it evokes a sense of formal administration and bureaucratic order. When used in retail, it describes a physical zoning of space designed to guide a consumer's journey through a curated selection of goods.
Used to identify a specific unit within a larger system, such as the fire department or the history department.
Meanings
A specialized division of a large organization or government body.
The marketing department is launching a new campaign.
Examples
Which department is this?
Check the electronics department for a new TV.
The state department handles foreign diplomatic relations.