OAS
Definition
Proper noun An international organization comprising most countries in the Western Hemisphere, established in 1948 to promote cooperation in military, economic, social, and cultural matters.
Usage
"OAS" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this international organization. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the."
Examples
- The OAS held an emergency meeting to address the political crisis.
- Several member states of the OAS signed the new trade agreement.
- The charter of the OAS emphasizes the peaceful resolution of disputes.
Advanced Usage
- The acronym "OAS" is often used attributively to describe things related to the organization, such as an OAS resolution, an OAS mission, or OAS headquarters.
Variants and Related Words
- Organization of American States: The full name for which "OAS" is the acronym.
Synonyms
- Pan-American organization: A general term for any institution promoting cooperation among American nations. (Note: This is a descriptive synonym, not a formal name.)
Noun
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an association including most countries in the western hemisphere; created in 1948 to promote military and economic and social and cultural cooperation
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