agency |
a company or organization that does business in support of other companies or people. An agency helps people do things that are difficult or complicated to do just by themselves. [1/3 definitions] |
ambassador |
a person who is chosen to represent his or her nation in an international organization. [1/3 definitions] |
ASPCA |
abbreviation of "American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals," a national organization whose purpose is to take care of lost or stray dogs, cats, and other small animals. This organization tries to find people to adopt these animals as pets. |
banner |
a flag with a design or writing on it that represents an organization or a movement. A banner is attached to one or two poles and is often carried in ceremonies, parades, or demonstrations by one or more people. [1/3 definitions] |
bazaar |
a sale of many different things for the purpose of raising money for an organization or charity. [1/2 definitions] |
Boy Scout |
a male member of a youth organization that teaches outdoor skills, physical fitness, and good citizenship. |
Boy Scouts of America |
an American organization for youth that teaches outdoor skills, good citizenship, and physical fitness. |
business |
a company, store, or other organization that buys and sells goods or services in order to make money. [1/6 definitions] |
censor |
an official who decides what art, movies, or books may be published. A censor works for a government, religion, or other organization, and promotes its ideas. [1/3 definitions] |
chapter |
a local branch of a club or organization. [1/2 definitions] |
charity |
a group or organization that helps people in need. [1/3 definitions] |
coat of arms |
the symbol of a family, country, or organization. It shows designs and figures on and around a shield. |
company |
a business firm or organization. [1/5 definitions] |
confirmation |
a ceremony that makes a person a member of a church or other religious organization. [1/3 definitions] |
congregation |
the members of a church or other religious organization. [1/2 definitions] |
constitution |
the set of basic laws by which a nation, state, or other organization is governed. [1/3 definitions] |
department |
a separate part of a large organization, such as a government, school, or business. |
director |
a person who guides the affairs of a business or other organization. [1/2 definitions] |
dissident |
not agreeing with or opposed to the opinions of others or the power of some group or organization. [1/2 definitions] |
enterprise |
a business organization. [1/2 definitions] |
flag1 |
a piece of cloth, in the shape of a rectangle or triangle, with colors and designs. Flags are used for signaling or as symbols of a country or organization. [1/2 definitions] |