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FCC

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˌɛfˌsiˈsi// fcc

n. Stands for Federal Communications Commission. The government group in the United States that makes rules for television, radio, and the internet. They decide what is allowed to be broadcast and how companies can use airwaves.

n. Abbreviation for Federal Communications Commission. The independent agency of the United States government that regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable. Operates as a regulatory body with authority over licensing and public interest standards.


SIMPLE

The FCC regulates what people can say on the radio.

CONTEXTUAL

Broadcasters must follow strict guidelines set by the FCC to ensure their signals do not interfere with emergency services.

COMPLEX

The FCC recently updated its regulations regarding net neutrality, sparking a nationwide debate over how internet service providers should manage data traffic across their networks.

Usage

Usually used with the definite article 'the'. When used as a proper name, it is typically treated as a singular entity.

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