Ministry
/ˈmɪnɪstri/noun
A government department leading a specific piece of work or area of interest.
The Ministry of Health is responsible for public health initiatives in the country.
Often appears as...
- ministry of education
- ministry of defence
Usage tips
Formal
Academic,Technical
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3National Role
Refers to a high-level governmental body, not local or regional entities.
The Ministry of Finance sets the national budget.
Pro Tip 2/3Specific Functions
Focusses on specialized government responsibilities related to its name.
The Ministry of Transport oversees highway construction.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Synonym
Don't confuse 'ministry' with 'minister'; the former is the department, the latter is a person.
She works at the ministry; her boss is the minister.
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administrateagencyauthoritybureaucommissiondepartmentofficeservice
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