ministry

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈmɪnɪstɹi/]

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1. ministry (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A government department at the administrative level, normally headed by a minister (or equivalent rank, e.g. secretary of state), who holds it as portfolio, especially in a constitutional monarchy, but also as a polity.

Example: She works for the ministry of finance.

2. ministry (noun) — sense 2

Definition: The complete body of government ministers (whether or not they are in cabinet) under the leadership of a head of government (such as a prime minister)

Example: The premier offered his last ministry's resignation to the monarch, and is asked to form a new one in accordance with the election results.

3. ministry (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A ministration.

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