Definition

Proper noun An independent agency of the United States government. Its primary functions are to protect the interests of small businesses and to ensure they receive a fair share of government contracts.

Usage

The term "Small Business Administration" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this U.S. government agency. It is often abbreviated as SBA. * The Small Business Administration offers loan programs for entrepreneurs. * She contacted the Small Business Administration for guidance on federal contracting. * Resources from the Small Business Administration can be found online.

Advanced Usage

• The SBA: This is the standard and very common acronym for the Small Business Administration.
  • The SBA provides counseling and training to small business owners.
• As a modifying noun (e.g., SBA loan, SBA program, SBA guidelines): The term is frequently used attributively to describe programs, rules, or assistance associated with the agency.
  • They applied for an SBA loan to expand their operations.

Variants and Related Words

• SBA: The universally recognized acronym for the Small Business Administration.
• Federal agency: A general term for a government organization; the SBA is one specific federal agency.
• Small business advocacy: A description of one of the core missions of the Small Business Administration.

Synonyms

• Government agency (general term)
• Small business agency (descriptive term)

Related Idioms and Phrases

• To work with the SBA: To utilize the services or programs of the Small Business Administration.
  • Many startups choose to work with the SBA for their first loan.
• SBA-backed: Describes a loan or program guaranteed or supported by the Small Business Administration.
  • The bank offered an SBA-backed loan with favorable terms.

Noun

1. an independent agency of the United States government that protects the interests of small businesses and ensures that they receive a fair share of government contracts