Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bureau
noun
/ˈbjʊəroʊ/

Definition
A piece of furniture with drawers or a flat surface for writing.

Examples
- She organized her documents in the bureau.
- The bureau of statistics published a new report.

Meaning
A bureau can refer to a type of desk or a government office that administers specific functions.

Synonyms
- dresser
- writing table
- office
- agency