Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ministry-of-defence
noun
/ˈmɪnɪstri əv dɪˈfɛns/
Definition
A government department responsible for managing the armed forces and national defense policies.
Examples
- The ministry of defence announced new military initiatives this week.
- The minister met with foreign allies to discuss joint defense operations.
- Budget cuts in the ministry of defence could impact troop readiness.
Meaning
The ministry of defence oversees the preparation and implementation of defense strategies and ensures the country is protected against external threats.
Synonyms
- defense department
- department of defense
- defense ministry
