Esprit de corps: Definition of esprit de

Definition of esprit de corps noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. Esprit de Corps Definition: Esprit de Corps is one of Fayol's 14 Principles of Management. It means managers should create and foster among their employees the morale, common spirit, sense of identification, feeling of pride, loyalty, devotion, honor, solidarity, unity and cohesiveness with respect to their organization or organizational ... The meaning of ESPRIT DE CORPS is the common spirit existing in the members of a group and inspiring enthusiasm, devotion, and strong regard for the honor of the group. Esprit de corps is French for spirit of body, meaning high regard and pride for a group of people. Learn how to spell, use, and understand this expression in English with examples and history.