Headquarter: meaning, definitions and examples
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headquarter
[ ˈhɛdˌkwɔːrtər ]
business location
A headquarters is the main office or center of operations for an organization, corporation, or military command. It typically serves as the primary location where key executives and management personnel work and make decisions. The headquarters often oversees the functions and activities of subordinate branches or divisions. This term is associated with corporate governance, business strategy, and organizational structure.
Synonyms
base, central command, head office, main office
Examples of usage
- The company's headquarters is located in New York City.
- They moved their headquarters to a more strategic location.
- She works at the headquarters of a multinational corporation.
Translations
Translations of the word "headquarter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sede
🇮🇳 मुख्यालय
🇩🇪 Hauptquartier
🇮🇩 markas
🇺🇦 штаб-квартира
🇵🇱 siedziba
🇯🇵 本社
🇫🇷 siège
🇪🇸 sede
🇹🇷 merkez
🇰🇷 본사
🇸🇦 المقر الرئيسي
🇨🇿 ústředí
🇸🇰 ústredie
🇨🇳 总部
🇸🇮 sedež
🇮🇸 höfuðstöð
🇰🇿 орталық
🇬🇪 საბრძოლო შტაბი
🇦🇿 baş qərargah
🇲🇽 sede
Etymology
The term 'headquarter' originates from the combination of two English words: 'head' and 'quarter.' The word 'head' signifies the top or leading position of an organization, while 'quarter' refers to a specific location or area. The use of 'headquarter' dates back to the 17th century when it began to describe the main location of military commands. Over time, the term evolved to encompass the primary offices of businesses and corporations. In modern usage, the word has become synonymous with the principal site of administrative activities and decision-making within various organizations, reflecting the shift from military to corporate contexts.