Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
headcount
noun
/ˈhɛdˌkaʊnt/
Definition
The total number of people in a group, organization, or workforce.
Examples
- The headcount for the meeting was higher than expected.
- We need to do a headcount to ensure we have enough chairs for everyone.
- The company announced a headcount reduction due to budget cuts.
Meaning
Headcount refers to the act of counting the number of individuals present. It is commonly used in business contexts to indicate the size of a workforce or audience.
Synonyms
- attendance
- tally
- census
- population
