headquarters

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌhɛd.ˈkwɔː.təz/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈhɛd.ˌkwɔr.təz/

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Noun

Singular headquarters

Plural headquarters

1. A headquarters is the main building in control of whatever is going on in an organization.
2. A headquarters is a military command center that controls and commands troops.