quango

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Noun quango has 1 sense

quango, quasi-NGO - QUAsi Non-Governmental Organization; an organization that is financed by the government yet acts independently of the government
--₁ is a kind of organization, organisation

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Term: quango

Description:

Quango is a term that stands for "quasi-autonomous non-governmental organization." It refers to an organization that has partial autonomy from the government but is funded and appointed by it. Quangos are typically established to perform specific tasks or provide expert advice in areas such as education, health, or cultural affairs.

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Noun: quango

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General Sense:

A quango is an organization with a degree of independence from the government, tasked with specific functions.

Example Sentence 1: The educational policy was implemented and monitored by a quango authorized by the government.
Example Sentence 2: The quango responsible for cultural heritage played a key role in preserving historical sites.