PTA
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate pta
n. Stands for Parent-Teacher Association. A group of parents and teachers who work together to help a school and its students.
n. Abbreviation for Parent-Teacher Association. A formal organisation composed of parents, teachers, and staff that facilitates parental participation in a school's community and fundraising efforts.
The PTA is meeting tonight to discuss the new playground.
The local PTA raised enough money through the bake sale to buy new computers for the library.
While the school board handles policy, the PTA focuses on community engagement and providing the extra resources that the standard budget cannot cover.
Usage
Usually takes a singular verb; often preceded by 'the'.