Ministry
/ˈmɪnɪstri/
Definitions
- (n.) A government department headed by a minister, responsible for specific public administration duties.
The Ministry of Justice oversees the legal system and law enforcement.
- (n.) The office, duties, or work of a minister of religion.
He devoted his life to the ministry in the rural parish.
Forms
- ministries
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish between ministry as a governmental body and ministry as religious office to avoid ambiguity.
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