HealthAugust 17, 2026

communiqu

kuh-MYOO-ni-kay

Definition

An official announcement or statement, typically issued by a group or organization to the public or the press.

Etymology

Derived from the French word 'communiqué', which is the past participle of 'communiquer', meaning 'to communicate' or 'to impart'. It entered English in the mid-19th century to describe formal reports.

In the news

The word refers to the formal document that recorded the conclusions and resolutions reached by the association at the end of their scientific conference. It serves as the official public record of their demands for healthcare reform.

Lab scientists demand investment in local diagnostic production to cut imports

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