committee
- A group of people appointed or elected to perform a specific function or task, often within a larger organization, such as a government, corporation, or other institution. nounThe finance committee will meet next week to discuss the budget proposal.She was appointed to the committee responsible for organizing the annual conference.
- A group of individuals who are delegated to consider, investigate, and report on a particular matter or issue. nounThe committee on public safety has recommended several new measures to improve community security.After much deliberation, the committee decided to approve the new policy changes.