Cabinet
/ˈkæbɪnɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A body of high-ranking government officials, typically representing the executive branch's principal advisers to the head of state or government.
The cabinet met to discuss the new economic policy.
- (n.) A small private room or chamber used for confidential discussions or deliberations, especially historically in legal or governmental contexts.
The judges retired to a cabinet for private consultation.
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- cabinets
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Commentary
In legal and governmental contexts, 'cabinet' primarily refers to the executive advisory body; note its distinct meaning from common usage as furniture.
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