Word
CIA
Phoneticscia
/ˈsiˈaɪˈeɪ/
Definitions
02culinary school
n. Stands for Culinary Institute of America. It is a famous school in the U.S. for people who want to become professional chefs.
n. Abbreviation for Culinary Institute of America. A private American college and culinary school specializing in culinary, baking, and pastry arts education.
“After finishing high school, she applied to the CIA to become a professional chef.”
“Graduates of the CIA are highly sought after by Michelin-starred restaurants across the United States.”
American English
Usage
Context usually distinguishes this from the intelligence agency; often used with the definite article.
03military status
adj. Stands for captured-in-action. It describes a soldier who has been taken by the enemy during a battle.
adj. Abbreviation for captured-in-action. A military classification for personnel who have been taken prisoner by enemy forces during combat operations.
“The family received a letter stating that the pilot was listed as CIA.”
“The military report confirmed that three soldiers were CIA following the ambush on the northern perimeter.”
Technical
Usage
Used as a post-positive adjective or a status code in military reporting.
Real-World Examples
“There was no immediate comment from the CIA or the White House.” Domain
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