Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nato
noun
/ˈneɪ.toʊ/
Definition
NATO, or the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is an intergovernmental military alliance that was established on April 4, 1949.
Examples
- NATO was formed in response to the tensions of the Cold War.
- Countries such as the United States and Canada are founding members of NATO.
Meaning
NATO aims to ensure collective defense among its member countries against aggression, promoting security and stability in the North Atlantic region.
Synonyms
- North Atlantic Treaty Organization
- Alliance
- Military alliance