The U.S. Armed Forces refer to the military forces of the United States comprising the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. They are responsible for defending the nation's interests both domestically and abroad.
Related terms
Military Readiness: The state of preparedness and capability of armed forces to carry out their assigned missions effectively.
Joint Chiefs of Staff: A group composed of senior military leaders from each branch who advise the president on military matters.
Department of Defense (DoD): The federal executive department responsible for coordinating and supervising activities related to national security and defense.