the United Nations
noun/ðə juˌnaɪtɪd ˈneɪʃnz/
/ðə juˌnaɪtɪd ˈneɪʃnz/
[singular + singular or plural verb] (abbreviation (the) UN)
- an association of many countries that aims to improve economic and social conditions and to solve political problems in the world in a peaceful way
- The United Nations is/are asking for more aid.
CultureThe United Nations was formed in 1945, and replaced the League of Nations. Most of the world's independent states are members, and each has one vote in the General Assembly. The Security Council has the power to take military or economic action to settle international disputes. Other branches of the United Nations include the World Bank, the International Court of Justice in the Netherlands, and UNICEF (the United Nations Children's Fund).Topics Politicsb1
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