The office building
Example: The office building houses several companies and departments
Definition
"The office building" refers to a structure specifically designed or used for housing offices where businesses and organizations carry out administrative or professional work. It typically contains multiple floors and rooms to accommodate various departments and employees.
Etymology
The phrase "the office building" combines "office," originating from the Latin word 'officium' meaning duty or service, and "building," from Old English 'bylding,' meaning a structure or house. Together, they describe a place constructed to serve as a workplace for office-related activities.
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"The office building" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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