Meaning of the word "opposite number" in English
What does "opposite number" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
opposite number
US /ˈɑpəzɪt ˈnʌmbər/
UK /ˈɒpəzɪt ˈnʌmbə/
Noun
a person who has the same job or rank as another person but in a different department, organization, or country
Example:
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I'll need to discuss this with my opposite number in the French office.
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The foreign minister met with his opposite number to discuss trade relations.