Social Security Administration
/ˈsoʊʃəl sɪˈkjʊərəti ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal agency responsible for administering Social Security programs including retirement, disability, and survivors' benefits.
The Social Security Administration processes applications for retirement benefits.
Forms
- social security administration
- social security administrations
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Commentary
This term refers specifically to the federal agency, distinct from the general concept of social security benefits or law.
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