An administrative unit of government; office.
An office (room where clerical or professional duties are performed).
An organization or office for collecting or providing information or news.
A chest of drawers for clothes.
A desk, usually with a cover and compartments that are located above the level of the writing surface rather than underneath, and often used for storing papers.
That which is established; as a form of government, a permanent organization, business or force, or the place where one is permanently fixed for residence.
The ruling class or authority group in a society; especially, an entrenched authority dedicated to preserving the status quo. Also Establishment.
The number of staff required to run a department or organisation (often used in the context of healthcare and other public services).
The act of establishing; a ratifying or ordaining; settlement; confirmation.
The state of being established, founded, etc.; fixed state.