Disa (Noun)
Meaning 1
A combat support agency in the Department of Defense responsible for developing and operating and supporting information systems to serve the needs of the President and the Secretary of Defense and the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- DISA is working closely with international partners to improve the security of global communications systems.
- The primary mission of DISA is to provide support and services to the nation's warfighters and national leaders.
- As a combat support agency, DISA operates various networks used by the US military.
- The agency currently manages several programs related to cybersecurity and information assurance at DISA.
- Many initiatives have been implemented at DISA in recent years to improve information-sharing capabilities among various DoD components.
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Meaning 2
Any orchid of the genus Disa; beautiful orchids with dark green leaves and usually hooded flowers; much prized as emblematic flowers in their native regions.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Disa uniflora also known as the red disa orchid can be found in the mountainous regions of South Africa.
- The prize-winning exhibit at the orchid show featured a breathtaking display of hybrid disa orchids.
- In their native South Africa, disa orchids are considered highly symbolic flowers, often used in wedding arrangements.
- Hikers often trek to remote areas to catch a glimpse of the exquisite wild disa that only blooms for a short period.
- Due to their unique hooded flowers, many growers and hybridizers are drawn to cultivating disa orchids in controlled environments.