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Organizational chart

/ˌɔːrɡənəˈzeɪʃənəl tʃɑːrt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #8500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    A graphic representation of the structure of an organization and the relationships and relative ranks of its parts and positions/jobs.

    "The new CEO updated the organizational chart to clarify reporting lines across all departments."
  2. 2

    A diagram that outlines the internal structure and chain of command of a company or institution.

    "You can find contact details for team leads by looking up our digital organizational chart."

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Derived from 'organization', originating from the Greek 'organon' (instrument, tool) via Late Latin, combined with 'chart' from the Greek 'chartēs' (papyrus, paper). The compound term emerged in the mid-20th century with the rise of modern corporate structures and business management theory.

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