Definition

A group of people who work together for a common purpose, often in a specific organization or field, such as the military or journalism.

Example

The press corps covered the event with great enthusiasm.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new press corps covering the election?

Yeah, I read that they're focusing on local issues this time.

It's interesting how a dedicated corps can change the narrative.

Absolutely, it really helps to highlight what's important to the community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Corps** → The word originates from Latin *corpus* (meaning body). In English, it refers to a group of people organized for a specific purpose, often in a military context, thus relating to the idea of a collective body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'corpus' meaning body, and remember that 'corps' refers to a group acting as one body.

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