Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
echelon
noun
/ˈɛʃ.ə.lɒn/
Definition
A level or rank in an organization, profession, or society.
Examples
- He worked his way up to the upper echelons of the company.
- The military operates in a strict echelon system to ensure effective command.
- In academia, there are various echelons of research funding available.
Meaning
Echelon refers to a tier or layer within a structured system, often used to describe different levels of authority or responsibility in a hierarchy.
Synonyms
- level
- rank
- tier
- grade
- position
