Directorate

//daɪˈɹɛktəɹət// noun

noun ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An agency headed by a director, usually a subdivision of a major government department.
  2. 2
    a group of persons chosen to govern the affairs of a corporation or other large institution wordnet
  3. 3
    A body of directors.

    "Meronym: managing director"

Synonyms

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directorshipadministrationauthoritiesboardboard of directorsboard of directors

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"“I want to congratulate the team on this incredible achievement – Webb’s launch marks a significant moment not only for NASA, but for thousands of people worldwide who dedicated their time and talent to this mission over the years,” said Thomas Zurbuchen, associate administrator for the Science Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington."

Etymology

From director + -ate.

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