Executive Branch (Noun)
Meaning
The branch of the United States government that is responsible for carrying out the laws.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The President of the United States is the head of the executive branch of the federal government.
- The executive branch is responsible for enforcing the laws passed by Congress.
- The executive branch includes various departments and agencies that carry out the day-to-day work of the government.
- The executive branch has the power to negotiate treaties and executive agreements with foreign governments.
- The executive branch is also responsible for commanding the armed forces and directing national security policy.