department
noun
a distinct part of anything arranged in divisions; a division of a complex whole or organized system.
departments
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pluralof department.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Justice and State departments didn’t immediately return requests for comment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
The State and Treasury departments announced they are leveling additional penalties against nine state-owned mining, metal and construction companies.
From Salon ● Aug. 21, 2026
He said a large network of fire-safety organizations — from fire departments to local fire safety councils — are already stepping up to help.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
It reports that the heatwave has driven a surge in attendance at A&E departments, which last month had "their busiest time ever" due to a "record 2.5 million patients" needing care.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
Ultimately, it led to the establishment of ethnic studies departments where courses were offered in such fields as nineteenth-century black history and Hispanic-American folk art.
From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez
