briefing-room

briefing-room

A pilot listens to instructions in the briefing-room.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A room used for giving briefings: A "briefing-room" is a designated space, often in a military, government, or corporate setting, where information is presented, instructions are given, or updates are shared with a group of people.
    • A location for pre-mission instructions: In a military context, it specifically refers to a room where pilots or personnel receive detailed instructions before a mission or operation.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The general called all officers to the briefing-room for an update on the operation. (A room for receiving instructions and information.)
    • Reporters waited in the briefing-room for the press secretary to announce the new policy. (A room used for official information sessions.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to convene in the briefing-room": to gather formally in the designated space for a briefing.

    • The team convened in the briefing-room at dawn to review the day's objectives. (They gathered to receive instructions.)

  • "to clear the briefing-room": to order everyone to leave the room, often for security reasons.

    • The commander cleared the briefing-room before discussing classified details. (He removed all unauthorized personnel.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Briefing (n): a meeting or session where information is given; the act of giving instructions.

    • The morning briefing covered the day's schedule. (A short informational meeting.)

  • Briefing-paper (n): a document summarizing key points for a briefing.

    • She prepared a briefing-paper for the ambassador before the meeting. (A written summary.)

  • Briefing-officer (n): a person who conducts or leads a briefing.

    • The briefing-officer explained the evacuation procedures. (The person giving instructions.)
Synonyms
  • Conference room: a room where meetings and discussions are held.
  • War room: a room for strategic planning and urgent decision-making, often in a military context.
  • Situation room: a room for monitoring and discussing current events or emergencies.
Related Idioms

  • To be in the loop: to be included in the flow of information or updates, as if in a briefing-room.

    • Keep me in the loop about any changes to the plan. (Inform me regularly.)

  • To read from the same script: to present consistent information, as in a coordinated briefing.

    • All spokespeople read from the same script to avoid confusion. (They gave the same information.)