Department Of Transportation (Noun)
Meaning
The United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The United States Department of Transportation oversees the nation's highway, air, and sea transportation systems, ensuring their safety and efficiency.
- In 2005, the Department of Transportation increased the national maximum speed limit for commercial vehicles to 70 miles per hour.
- Since the Department of Transportation was created in 1966, its role in coordinating national transportation programs has expanded significantly.
- To improve air traffic safety, the Department of Transportation invested heavily in advanced radar systems and training programs for air traffic controllers.
- As part of its mandate, the Department of Transportation works closely with state governments to maintain and upgrade the national highway system.