council of war
The term "council of war" originates from military settings where leaders gather to strategize during crises but can also apply to any urgent decision-making meeting.
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Definition
C1Military
(formal, historical)A meeting of high-ranking officers to discuss and plan military strategy or operations.
Example
- The generals held a council of war to decide their next move.
B2General
(formal)A gathering of key decision-makers to deliberate on urgent or critical matters.
Example
- The executives called a council of war to address the sudden financial crisis.
Similar
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