Subcommittees
/ˈsʌb.kəˌmɪt.iːz/
Definitions
- (n.) Smaller groups formed within a larger committee to focus on specific issues or tasks in legislative or organizational contexts.
The subcommittee reviewed the proposed amendments before they went to the full committee.
Forms
- subcommittee
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Commentary
Subcommittees are typically established by a parent committee to streamline detailed examination of complex matters.
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