Definition

Not related to a specific department or area of study.

Example

The committee made a nondepartmental decision that affected all teams equally.

Conversation

I heard they are starting a nondepartmental project at work.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, it could bring together people from different teams.

Exactly! Collaboration might lead to some great ideas.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nondepartmental → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "departmental" (from "department" which comes from Old French *departement*, meaning a division or section). The word "nondepartmental" means not related to or not part of a specific department or division.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'departmental' referring to a division. This helps you remember that 'nondepartmental' means something that is not part of a specific division.

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