Department
/dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A distinct part of an organization, especially a government or business, responsible for a specific area of activity.
The finance department is responsible for managing the company's budget.
- (n.) A principal division within a university or school focusing on a particular academic discipline.
She teaches in the English department at the university.
Forms
- departments
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Commentary
In legal documents, 'department' often denotes an administrative unit with specific statutory or regulatory functions; clarity around its scope aids in precise governance and compliance references.
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