Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
secretariat
noun
/ˌsɛkrɪˈtɛrɪət/
Definition
An administrative office or department responsible for managing the affairs of an organization or government.
Examples
- The United Nations Secretariat plays a crucial role in carrying out the day-to-day work of the organization.
- The secretariat of the committee was responsible for organizing the meetings and preparing the agenda.
- She was appointed to the secretariat to assist in coordination among various departments.
Meaning
The term ‘secretariat’ often refers to the official body that handles the administration of an international organization or a specific governmental department.
Synonyms
- administration
- office
- bureau
- management
