office block

noun

, British.

1. a large office building.

office block

noun

1. a large building designed to provide office accommodation

Word History and Origins

Origin of office block¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

For now, under the judge’s order the Democratic primary will unfold with an “office block” ballot, or a listing of candidates near the office they are seeking, as the rest of the country uses.

From Seattle Times

They were felt were as far away as the Indian capital of New Delhi, where people rushed out of houses and office blocks.

From Reuters

In neighbouring India, people rushed out of houses and office blocks in parts of New Delhi as tremors shook some northern regions, but there were no immediate reports of damage.

From Reuters

The Sudan War Monitor, which provides analysis of the conflict, said the RSF had attacked areas controlled by the army on Saturday, including an office block at the justice ministry.

From BBC

The brand new state school is in a former office block in Sandwell, one of England's most deprived boroughs.

From BBC