cadre — meaning in English

English meaning

• box noun A rigid container, typically rectangular, with a lid or flaps, used to hold or transport things.
• cadre noun A small, tightly organized group of trained people who form the core of a larger organization or movement.
• executive noun A senior manager with authority to make important decisions in a company or organization.
• frame noun A rigid structure that supports or surrounds something, such as a picture, window, or building.
• framework noun A basic supporting structure that gives shape to a building or object.
• official adj Approved by, or coming from, a proper authority.
• setting noun The place, time, and circumstances in which something happens, such as a story or event.

Senses

cadre is used for these senses in English:

• box A compartment (as a drawer) of an item of furniture used for storage, such as a cupboard, a shelf, etc.
• cadre A frame or framework.
• executive A chief officer or administrator, especially one who can make significant decisions on their own authority.
• frame A rigid, generally rectangular mounting for paper, canvas or other flexible material.
• frame (networking) An independent chunk of data sent over a network.
• frame (bowling) A set of balls whose results are added together for scoring purposes. Usually two balls, but only one ball in the case of a strike, and three balls in the case of a strike or a spare in the last frame of a game.
• goalframe (sports) The structure of the goal, generally consisting of two goalposts and a crossbar.
• official An office holder, a person holding an official position in government, sports, or other organization.

box — full definition

1. noun A rigid container, typically rectangular, with a lid or flaps, used to hold or transport things.
2. verb To put something into a box or boxes.
3. verb To fight an opponent using the fists, typically wearing padded gloves, as a sport.

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