boardroom
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Definition
Noun: - A room specifically designated for meetings of a committee, most commonly the board of directors of a company or organization. It is a formal meeting space, often equipped for presentations and discussions.
Usage
The word "boardroom" is used to refer to the physical location where high-level strategic and governance meetings take place. It implies a formal, professional setting. - The directors gathered in the boardroom to discuss the quarterly financial report. - Important decisions about the company's future are made in the boardroom.
Advanced Usage
- "boardroom battle": A metaphor for a serious conflict or power struggle among members of a board of directors.
- The hostile takeover attempt led to a fierce boardroom battle.
- "boardroom politics": Refers to the complex interpersonal dynamics, alliances, and strategies within a group of directors.
- She was adept at navigating the intricate boardroom politics.
Variants and Related Words
- Board (noun): The group of people who manage or direct a company.
- Board meeting (noun): The event or session that takes place in a boardroom.
Synonyms
- Conference room
- Meeting room
- Directors' room
Idioms and Phrases
- "In the boardroom": Used to indicate the context of high-level corporate decision-making.
- The real power lies in the boardroom, not on the shop floor.
Noun
- a room where a committee meets (such as the board of directors of a company)