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Meaning:

Noun:

  • A ministration
  • Government department, at the administrative level normally headed by a minister (or equivalent rank, e.g. secretary of state), who holds it as portfolio, especially in a constitutional monarchy
  • The active practice and education of the minister of a particular religion or faith.
  • The complete body of government ministers (whether or not they are in cabinet) under the leadership of a head of government (such as a prime minister)

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