u.s. government
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- The executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the federal government of the United States of America. It refers to the entire structure of national-level governance as established by the U.S. Constitution.
Usage
- The term "U.S. government" is used to refer collectively to the federal institutions that govern the United States. It distinguishes the national government from state or local governments.
- It is often used in discussions of policy, law, civics, and current affairs.
Examples
- Proper noun:
- The U.S. government is divided into three separate branches: the executive, the legislative, and the judicial.
- This program is funded by the U.S. government.
- The shutdown occurred because the U.S. government could not pass a budget.
Advanced Usage
- "U.S. Government" as an entity: Often personified or treated as a single actor in international relations or legal contexts.
- The U.S. Government filed a lawsuit against the corporation.
- In contrast to "state government": Used to clarify the level of authority.
- While state governments regulate education, the U.S. government is responsible for national defense.
Variants and Related Words
- Federal government of the United States: A more formal, synonymous term.
- United States Government: An alternate, equally correct spelling.
- US Government: A common abbreviation.
- Federal government: Often used interchangeably, though technically this term could apply to any federal system (e.g., Canada, Germany). In a U.S. context, it is understood to mean the U.S. government.
Synonyms
- Federal government (in the U.S. context)
- Washington (metonymically, e.g., "a decision from Washington")
- The Administration (specifically refers to the executive branch under the current president)
Related Phrases
- Branches of the U.S. government: Refers specifically to the executive (President), legislative (Congress), and judicial (Supreme Court and federal courts) branches.
- U.S. government agency: A specific organization within the executive branch (e.g., the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Health and Human Services).
Noun
- the executive and legislative and judicial branches of the federal government of the United States