Us Navy (Noun)
Meaning
The navy of the United States of America; the agency that maintains and trains and equips combat-ready naval forces.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Secretary of the Navy oversees the operations of the US Navy, the naval warfare service branch of the United States Armed Forces.
- The primary mission of the US Navy is to maintain the freedom of the seas and deter or defeat any adversary that threatens US interests.
- US Navy personnel conduct a variety of missions including humanitarian aid and disaster relief efforts around the world.
- The US Navy operates a large fleet of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers, and submarines.
- The US Navy is responsible for recruiting, training, and equipping sailors to perform roles within the ships, aircraft, and onshore facilities.