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
