federal

• Относящийся к системе правления, при которой несколько штатов образуют единое целое, но остаются независимыми во внутренних делах.

1. Relating to central governmentB2formal

   Relating to the central government of a federation, as opposed to state or local governments.

   Федеральный

   • The federal government passed a new law on immigration.
   • Federal agencies are responsible for national security.
   • The case was tried in federal court.

   Synonymscentralnational

   Antonymslocalmunicipalprovincialstate

2. Relating to a federationB2formal

   Relating to a system of government in which several states form a unity but remain independent in internal affairs.

   Федеральный

   • Germany is a federal republic.
   • The federal system allows states to have their own laws.
   • The country adopted a federal constitution.

   Synonymsconfederateconfederativefederated

• Существительное, обозначающее систему правления, при которой власть разделена между центральным органом и составляющими политическими единицами, или сторонника такой системы.

A noun referring to a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, or a supporter of such a system.

1. Federal agent or officerB2informalamerican

   A member of a federal law enforcement agency, such as the FBI or other national police force.

   Федерал

   • The feds raided the building early this morning.
   • He was arrested by the feds for fraud.
   • The feds are investigating the case.

   Synonymsfedfederal agentg-man

2. Supporter of federalismC1formal

   A person who advocates for or supports a federal system of government.

   Федералист

   • The feds argued for stronger central government powers.
   • During the debate, the feds clashed with the states' rights advocates.
   • He was a known fed in the political circles of the 18th century.

   Synonymsfederalist