Bureau

usgb/ˈbjʊrəʊ/
noun

An office or agency that provides specific services.

She works at the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
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Often appears as...

  • federal bureau of investigation
  • bureau of labor
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Government Agencies

Often refers to official government departments or divisions.

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He submitted his documents to the immigration bureau for processing.
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Service Specific

A bureau usually specializes in a specific service or function.

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The travel bureau offers detailed tourist information.
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Formal Context

Used in formal or official contexts, not typically in casual conversation.

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The census bureau collects data about the population every ten years.
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