Department

usgb/dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
noun

A part of an organization such as a school, business, or government that deals with a specific area of work.

She works in the marketing department of a large multinational company.
Visual representation of "department" - A part of an organization such as a school, business, or government that deals with a specific area of work.

Often appears as...

  • department of defense
  • human resources department
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Organizational Roles

The department name often indicates the roles and responsibilities within an organization.

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The finance department manages the company's money.
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Internal Communication

When referencing departments, it often implies internal communication rather than public.

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Please forward the message to the legal department.
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Hierarchical Structure

Departments can have sub-departments, showing a hierarchy within the organization.

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She works in the cardiac department, under the umbrella of internal medicine.
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