The ministry
Example: The ministry oversees national policies and regulations
Definition
"The ministry" refers to a government department or agency responsible for specific areas of public policy, administration, or services. It often oversees national policies and regulations, managing the implementation and enforcement of laws within its designated sector.
Etymology
The term "the ministry" originates from the Latin word 'ministerium,' meaning service or office. It evolved through Old French into English, where it came to describe a governmental office or department. Did you know? The word originally implied a sense of duty or attendance, reflecting the role of serving the public.
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"The ministry" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 112 commonly used words.
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