Headquarters

Definition of Headquarters

Head´quar`ters   Pronunciation: ~kwạr`tẽrz
n. pl.1.The quarters or place of residence of any chief officer, as the general in command of an army, or the head of a police force; the place from which orders or instructions are issued; hence, the center of authority or order.
The brain, which is the headquarters, or office, of intelligence.
- Collier.
2.The main office from which an organization such as a commercial enterprise is managed; - usually where the chief executive officer works.

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