Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A permanent council of the United Nations: The Economic and Social Council is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, established by the UN Charter. It is responsible for promoting international economic and social cooperation and development.

Usage

• The term "Economic and Social Council" is a formal, proper name for a specific UN body. It is always capitalized. It is often abbreviated as ECOSOC.
• It is used in formal, academic, and diplomatic contexts when discussing the structure, functions, or resolutions of the United Nations.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Economic and Social Council coordinates the work of numerous specialized UN agencies.
  • Member states are elected to serve on the Economic and Social Council for three-year terms.
  • The annual session of the Economic and Social Council is held in July.

Advanced Usage

• "ECOSOC": This is the standard and widely recognized acronym. It is used in reports, news articles, and diplomatic discourse.
  • ECOSOC serves as a central platform for discussion on sustainable development.
• "ECOSOC resolution": Refers to a formal decision or statement adopted by the Council.
  • The policy was implemented following an ECOSOC resolution.

Variants and Related Words

• ECOSOC (n): The official acronym for the Economic and Social Council.
• UN Economic and Social Council: A fuller, more descriptive name sometimes used for clarity.

Synonyms

• UN Council on Economic and Social Affairs: A descriptive synonym, though not an official name.
• The Council: May be used anaphorically in context after the full name has been introduced (e.g., "The Council then voted on the measure").

Related Phrases

• "ECOSOC forum": Refers to meetings, conferences, or discussion platforms organized under the auspices of the Council.
  • The youth delegate spoke at the ECOSOC forum on innovation.
• "ECOSOC chamber": Refers to the specific room at the United Nations headquarters where the Council meets.
  • The meeting was convened in the ECOSOC chamber.

Noun

1. a permanent council of the United Nations; responsible for economic and social conditions