Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
head-office
noun
/ˈhɛd ˈɒfɪs/

Definition
The main office or central office of an organization that oversees the operations and management of its branches or subsidiaries.

Examples
- The head office of the company is located in New York City.
- He was promoted to a position at the head office after working in the local branch for five years.
- All major policy decisions are made at the head office.

Meaning
The primary location where key executives and managers work and where many vital decisions are made for the entire organization.

Synonyms
- main office
- central office
- corporate office