Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mi5

noun
ɛm aɪ faɪv
Definition
MI5 is the United Kingdom’s domestic counter-intelligence and security agency.
Examples
  • MI5 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the nation from security threats.
  • The agency often collaborates with other intelligence services to gather and analyze information.
  • In recent years, MI5 has focused on counter-terrorism efforts in response to rising threats.
Meaning
It is responsible for protecting the UK against threats to national security, including terrorism, espionage, and subversion.
Synonyms
  • Security Service
  • Counter-intelligence Agency
  • Home Security Agency