Interoffice: meaning, definitions and examples
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interoffice
[ ɪnˈtɜrˌɒfɪs ]
office communication
The term 'interoffice' refers to communication or activities that occur within or between different offices of the same organization. It typically involves the sharing of information, documents, or resources among employees or departments. Interoffice communication can enhance collaboration and streamline processes within an organization. Such interactions can be formal, such as memos or reports, or informal, like casual conversations. Effective interoffice communication is crucial for the overall productivity and efficiency of an organization.
Synonyms
internal, intra-office, within-office.
Examples of usage
- Interoffice memos are used to disseminate important information.
- The interoffice transfer allowed the employee to gain new experience.
- We will hold interoffice meetings to discuss project updates.
Translations
Translations of the word "interoffice" in other languages:
🇵🇹 interdepartamental
🇮🇳 आंतरिक कार्यालय
🇩🇪 interne Büros
🇮🇩 kantor internal
🇺🇦 міжофісний
🇵🇱 międzybiurowy
🇯🇵 社内
🇫🇷 interbureau
🇪🇸 interoficina
🇹🇷 ofisler arası
🇰🇷 사내
🇸🇦 بين المكاتب
🇨🇿 mezi kancelářemi
🇸🇰 medzi kanceláriami
🇨🇳 办公室间
🇸🇮 medicinski
🇮🇸 innanfyrir skrifstofu
🇰🇿 ішкі кеңсе
🇬🇪 შიდა ოფისი
🇦🇿 ofislərarası
🇲🇽 interoficina
Etymology
The term 'interoffice' is a compound word formed from the prefix 'inter-', which originates from Latin meaning 'between' or 'among', and 'office', which comes from the Old French 'office' and ultimately Latin 'officium', meaning a position of duty or service. As businesses and organizations evolved, the need for effective communication within and between different offices became apparent. With the rise of office culture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the term 'interoffice' began to gain prominence. It reflects the shift in workplace dynamics, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and information exchange in achieving organizational goals.