Bureau

/ˈbjʊəroʊ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An office or agency that provides specific services or performs administrative functions, often governmental.
    The federal bureau investigates interstate crimes.
  2. (n.) A chest of drawers for storing clothes.
    She placed her documents in the top drawer of the bureau.

Forms

  • bureaus
  • bureaux

Commentary

In legal drafting, 'bureau' typically denotes an administrative unit; context clarifies whether it means an agency or furniture.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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