Basic Details
Word: Department
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A division or section of a larger organization, such as a business or school, that has specific responsibilities.
Synonyms: Division, section, branch, unit
Antonyms: Whole, entirety, totality
Idioms and Phrases
- Department of mysteries: Used playfully to describe a place or situation that is confusing or hard to understand. Example: "Trying to find out how the printer works felt like I was in the department of mysteries!"
- In the department of dreams: Referring to someones thoughts or aspirations about the future. Example: "In the department of dreams, I hope to become a scientist one day."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The school has a science department that organizes very interesting experiments for the students.
Example 2: In the supermarket, the bakery department always smells delicious with fresh bread and pastries.
Example 3: During our meeting, we discussed the new safety procedures with the finance department.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "department" comes from the Middle French word "departement," which means "separation" or "division"? It has been used in English since the 15th century!
Famous Quote
"To be successful, you have to have your heart in your business and your business in your heart." - Thomas Watson, referencing the importance of divisions (departments) in running a business.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "department" mean?
a) A large group of people
b) A division within an organization
c) A type of clothing
d) A form of transportation
Answer: b) A division within an organization
2. Which of these is a synonym of "department"?
a) Totality
b) Unit
c) Park
d) Landscape
Answer: b) Unit
3. Which word is the opposite of "department"?
a) Section
b) Whole
c) Branch
d) Division
Answer: b) Whole
4. Which sentence uses "department" correctly?
a) The department went for a walk in the park.
b) Everyone from the department met to share ideas.
c) The department sang a song together.
d) The department flew to the moon.
Answer: b) Everyone from the department met to share ideas.
5. What does the idiom "department of mysteries" refer to?
a) A place full of confusing things
b) A place for studying science
c) A department for sports
d) A place for art
Answer: a) A place full of confusing things
