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Ministry

usgb/ˈmɪnɪstri/Volume
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National Role

Refers to a high-level governmental body, not local or regional entities.

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The Ministry of Finance sets the national budget.
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Specific Functions

Focusses on specialized government responsibilities related to its name.

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The Ministry of Transport oversees highway construction.
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Not a Synonym

Don't confuse 'ministry' with 'minister'; the former is the department, the latter is a person.

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She works at the ministry; her boss is the minister.
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