Atf
proper noun
Meaning
A United States federal law enforcement agency responsible for investigating and preventing federal offenses involving the unlawful use, manufacture, and possession of firearms and explosives, as well as acts of arson and bombings.
Examples
- The ATF conducted a raid on the warehouse to recover stolen weapons.
- Agents from the ATF are coordinating with local police to track the source of the illegal explosives.
Synonyms: agency, bureau, law enforcement, federal authority