National Endowment for the Humanities: Meaning and Definition of

Na'tional Endow'ment for the Human'ities

Pronunciation: [key]
— U.S. Govt. U.S. Govt.
  1. an independent agency that stimulates the growth and development of the humanities in the U.S. by awarding grants to individuals and organizations.
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