DEA

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Definition

Noun: 1. Drug Enforcement Administration: A federal agency of the United States government responsible for enforcing the controlled substances laws and regulations. Its primary goal is to combat drug trafficking and distribution both domestically and internationally.

Usage

The term "DEA" is almost always used as a proper noun, referring specifically to the U.S. federal agency. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the".

Examples
  • Noun:
    • The DEA conducted a major raid on the suspected drug lab.
    • He works as a special agent for the DEA.
    • The investigation is a joint operation between the local police and the DEA.
Advanced Usage
  • "DEA agent": A law enforcement officer who works for the Drug Enforcement Administration.
    • The undercover DEA agent gathered crucial evidence.
  • "DEA registration number": A unique identifier assigned by the DEA to healthcare professionals and institutions authorized to handle controlled substances.
    • Pharmacists must include their DEA registration number on certain prescriptions.
Variants and Related Words
  • Drug Enforcement Administration: The full, formal name of the agency, often abbreviated as DEA.
Synonyms
  • Federal narcotics agency: A general term for a government body that enforces drug laws.
  • Narcotics bureau: A similar term, though often used for state or local units.
Related Phrases
  • "DEA schedule": Refers to the classification system (Schedules I-V) for controlled substances established by the Controlled Substances Act, which the DEA enforces.
    • Marijuana is currently classified as a Schedule I substance by the DEA.
Noun
  1. federal agency responsible for enforcing laws and regulations governing narcotics and controlled substances; goal is to immobilize drug trafficking organizations

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