subcabinet

/ˈsʌbkæbɪnɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the staff or an official below the cabinet level in a government or other organization.

“The subcabinet advisor played a key role in shaping the new policy.”

2. noun

A small cabinet or a part of a cabinet.

“The subcabinet in her office held all her personal belongings.”

3. adjective

Of or relating to a cabinet or its staff.

“The subcabinet meeting was an opportunity for junior officials to network.”

Synonyms

  • assistant
  • subordinate

Antonyms

  • senior
  • superior