B1nounworkpolitics
US/ədˌmɪn.əˈstreɪ.ʃən/
UK/ədˌmɪn.ɪˈstreɪ.ʃən/
the work of managing a company or organization; also the government of a country, especially the US
In context
She works in administration at a large hospital.
Too much administration leaves teachers little time to teach.
The new administration promised to lower taxes for small businesses.
Words that go with administration
noun + noun
- business administrationHe has a master's in business administration.
- school administrationParents complained to the school administration.
- hospital administrationHospital administration is often slow.
noun + preposition
- administration ofShe is in charge of the administration of the project.
adjective + noun
- new administrationThe new administration made changes quickly.