Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nsa

noun
ˌɛn es ˈeɪ
Definition
The National Security Agency, a U.S. government agency responsible for signals intelligence and information assurance.
Examples
  • The NSA is often involved in cybersecurity operations.
  • Many debates around privacy concerns have centered on the actions of the NSA.
  • During his presidency, Obama made significant changes to NSA policies.
Meaning
The NSA focuses on gathering and analyzing foreign communications and intelligence data to protect national security.
Synonyms
  • National Security Agency
  • U.S. Intelligence Community
  • Signals Intelligence Agency