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federal
01
relating to the central government of a country rather than the local or regional governments
Examples
Federal laws apply uniformly across the entire country.
02
having or relating to a system of government in which the individual states have their own laws concerning internal affairs, however a central government has control over national decisions, foreign affairs, etc.
Examples
The federal government oversees national security and defense policies.
03
of or relating specifically to the central government of a federation
Examples
Federal infrastructure projects are funded by the central government.
04
relating to the northern states during the American Civil War
Examples
Federal troops advanced into Confederate territory.
Federal
01
a law-enforcement officer who works for the national government
Examples
The federals arrested suspects across multiple states.
02
a soldier serving in the Union Army during the American Civil War
Examples
The federal marched into battle under General Grant.
