general services
/dʒɛnrəl ˈsɜrvɪsiz/ · gen·er·al ser·vices
noun
- Administrative or support functions within an organization that are not specific to a particular department or function. The university's general services department handles everything from maintenance to human resources.
- Services that are available to the general public, such as public transportation or community facilities. The city's general services department provides free public Wi-Fi in several parks.
Synonyms
support servicesadministrative servicespublic servicescommunity servicesmaintenance servicesfacilities managementoperations
Antonyms
Did you know? The term 'general services' is often used in the context of government agencies, where it refers to services that are available to the public, such as public safety, transportation, and social services.