reporting structure
collocation · Collocation / phrase B2
Plain meaning
the system showing who reports to whom at work
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss the system showing who reports to whom at work in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed reporting structure as a key issue.
examThe passage argues that reporting structure can affect policy decisions and public behaviour.
Common collocations
clear reporting structurereporting structure chartinternal reporting structure
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “clear reporting structure”.