Security Council
/ˈsɪkjʊrɪti ˈkaʊnsəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A principal organ of the United Nations responsible for maintaining international peace and security, with powers to make binding decisions.
The Security Council imposed sanctions to prevent the escalation of the conflict.
Forms
- security council
- security councils
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Commentary
The term refers specifically to the UN Security Council. When used without context, it may require clarification to distinguish it from other national or organizational security councils.
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