Office: meaning, definitions and examples

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office

 

[ หˆษ”fษชs ]

Context #1 | Noun

workplace environment

A room or a set of rooms in which business, professional, or clerical work is carried out.

Synonyms

workplace, workspace, workstation

Examples of usage

  • The office was bustling with activity as employees prepared for the upcoming deadline.
  • She sat at her desk in the corner of the office, surrounded by paperwork.
  • His office had a view of the city skyline, which he enjoyed during his breaks.
Context #2 | Noun

position or duty

A position of authority, trust, or service, typically one of a public or official character.

Synonyms

duty, position, role

Examples of usage

  • She was elected to the office of president for the next term.
  • He took on the office of treasurer for the organization.
Context #3 | Noun

service or function

A service or a function provided by an organization or person.

Synonyms

department, function, service

Examples of usage

  • The office of customer support is available 24/7 to assist with any inquiries.
  • She contacted the office of human resources to inquire about benefits.

Translations

Translations of the word "office" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น escritรณrio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคฐเฅเคฏเคพเคฒเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bรผro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kantor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพั„ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ biuro

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒ•ใ‚ฃใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bureau

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ oficina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ofis

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฌ๋ฌด์‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูƒุชุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kancelรกล™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kancelรกria

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŠžๅ…ฌๅฎค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pisarna

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skrifstofa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตาฃัะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ofis

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ oficina

Etymology

The word 'office' originated from the Latin word 'officium', which means duty or service. It has evolved over time to encompass various meanings related to workplaces, positions of authority, and functions within organizations. The concept of an office as a physical workspace became prominent during the rise of bureaucratic structures in the 19th century. Today, offices play a crucial role in facilitating work and communication in both professional and administrative settings.

See also: officer.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #351, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.