Department

/dɪˈpɑːrtment/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a distinct part of a larger organization, often specialized in a specific area of activity or responsibility.

She works in the marketing department at the company.

a division of a government or university responsible for a specific area of policy, administration, or academic study.

The chemistry department at the university is conducting important research.

a separate area of professional or academic concern within a larger organization.

The customer service department handles all inquiries and complaints.

a branch of the armed forces.

He enlisted in the army department.

a specific section or area in a store where related products are sold.

I found a great deal in the electronics department.

From Middle French 'département' meaning 'a setting apart,' from 'départir' meaning 'to part, divide'.

department store

A retail establishment that sells a wide variety of goods.

department of motor vehicles

A government agency that regulates vehicle registration and drivers' licensing.

human resources department

The division of a company that manages employee relations, benefits, and recruitment.

division

The act of dividing or the state of being divided.

section

A distinct part or subdivision of something larger.

branch

A part of a larger organization or system that has a specific purpose.

DPT

Hey, can you send that over to the DPT for me?

dept.

I work in the IT dept.