Meaning & use

office

noun·Everyday

A room or building where people work at desks, typically doing administrative tasks.

See it in a sentence

She arrived at the office early to prepare for the morning meeting.

The senator has held public office for nearly twenty years.

A note on using this word

'Office' can also mean a position of authority or duty, distinct from the physical workplace, as in 'run for office.'

Words with a similar meaning

workplacebureau

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Another way to use it

2. noun

A position of authority, duty, or trust, especially in government.

The mayor left office after two terms of service.

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