1. the total number of people in a group or organization

Examples

• The company reduced its headcount by 200 employees.
• We need an accurate headcount for the conference dinner.
• The school’s headcount has increased by 15% this year.
• Please provide a headcount of all attendees by Friday.
• The department’s headcount includes both full-time and part-time staff.
• Due to budget cuts, they’re freezing the headcount until next quarter.