general headquarters

noun

, (used with a singular or plural verb)

, plural general headquarters.

1. the headquarters of the commanding officer of a large military force. : GHQ, G.H.Q.

Word History and Origins

Origin of general headquarters¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

A gutsy attack and hostage-taking at the general headquarters of the Pakistan Army in Rawalpindi brought us new boogeymen.

From The Daily Beast

However, that fact was to develop later through a statement put forth with the approval of the censor at General Headquarters.

From Project Gutenberg

Long before that hour the general headquarters of the Vigilantes swarmed with members.

From Project Gutenberg

Next morning early Mr. and Mrs. H. went to the general headquarters.

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This the callers promised to procure, and at once went to the general headquarters for that purpose.

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Branch field post offices are attached to the general headquarters, and to the headquarters of armies, divisions, and brigades.

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