Agencies
/ˈeɪdʒənsiːz/
Definitions
- (n.) Organizational units, often governmental or administrative, authorized to act on behalf of others, particularly in executing laws or regulations.
The Environmental Protection Agency enforces regulations to protect natural resources.
Forms
- agency
Related terms
Commentary
In legal contexts, 'agencies' generally refers to entities with delegated authority; distinguish from the singular 'agency'.
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