braintrust
nounUK /ˈbreɪntrʌst/
US /ˈbreɪntrʌst/
A braintrust is a group of smart people who help someone make plans.
The mayor called together a braintrust of teachers and scientists to fix the city's schools.
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2. A group of experts who give advice to a leader or organization.
The president relied on his braintrust during the crisis.
3. The close group of advisers who help shape a political campaign.
Her braintrust met every morning to plan the next speech.
4. Any small team of clever people gathered to solve a hard problem.
Our little braintrust figured out the puzzle in ten minutes.