UN

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • An international organization: The UN is an organization of independent states established in 1945 with the primary aims of promoting international peace, security, and cooperation.
Usage
  • The word "UN" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this international body. It is almost always preceded by the definite article "the" (e.g., ). It functions as a singular entity in sentences.
Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The UN issued a statement calling for an immediate ceasefire.
    • Several countries will send delegates to the UN General Assembly.
    • Humanitarian aid was coordinated through the UN.
Advanced Usage
  • "UN-led": Describing an initiative or mission spearheaded by the United Nations.
    • A UN-led peacekeeping force was deployed to the region.
  • "UN-sanctioned": Referring to an action officially authorized or approved by the United Nations.
    • The sanctions were a UN-sanctioned measure.
Variants and Related Words
  • United Nations: The full, formal name of the organization, synonymous with "UN."
  • UNESCO (n): The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, a specialized agency of the UN.
  • UNICEF (n): The United Nations Children's Fund, a UN program providing humanitarian aid to children worldwide.
  • UNHCR (n): The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
Synonyms
  • United Nations: The full name of the organization.
  • World body: A general term for an international organization (less specific).
Related Phrases
  • Member state: A country that is a member of the United Nations.
    • All member states have a seat in the General Assembly.
  • Security Council: A principal organ of the UN charged with maintaining international peace and security.
    • The issue was debated in the UN Security Council.
  • General Assembly: The main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the UN.
    • The resolution was adopted by the UN General Assembly.
Noun
  1. an organization of independent states formed in 1945 to promote international peace and security