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Secondment

/səˈkɒn(d)mənt/ · noun

Meaning

The process or state of being seconded, the temporary transfer of a person from their normal duty to another assignment..

Example Sentences

Currently on secondment as the Contract Delivery Manager for Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire, Kate is responsible for 210 members of staff - including train drivers, ground staff and frontline operational managers.

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What does secondment mean?

Secondment means The process or state of being seconded, the temporary transfer of a person from their normal duty to another assignment..

What is a synonym for secondment?

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What is the opposite of secondment?

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How do you use secondment in a sentence?

Currently on secondment as the Contract Delivery Manager for Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire, Kate is responsible for 210 members of staff - including train drivers, ground staff and frontline operational managers.

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