Homeland Security
/ˈhoʊmlənd sɪˈkjʊərəti/
Definitions
- (n.) The federal government's efforts and measures aimed at protecting the United States from threats such as terrorism, natural disasters, and other emergencies.
The Department of Homeland Security coordinates responses to national emergencies.
Forms
- homeland security
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Commentary
Term is primarily used as a mass noun denoting the collective policies and agencies involved in domestic protection and threat prevention.
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