(US, politics) A meeting of the major figures in a political party to outline a party platform, set party rules, select a nominee for president as well as rally supporters.

A body, usually operating with state financial support and approval, that co-ordinates the activities of research in (nearly always) the sciences and (sometimes) other disciplines.

(Canada) The indigenous peoples of Canada (typically not including Inuit or Metis); Indians. / (Canada, less common) The indigenous peoples of any country or region.

Alternative form of First Nation

plural of First Nation

An Indian settlement or band. / (Canada, usually in the plural) The indigenous peoples of Canada (not including Inuit or Metis). / (Canada, less common) The indigenous peoples of any country or region.

(usually in the plural) Of or pertaining to a First Nation or the First Nations.

(political science) Unifying the people or peoples within a state so that it remains politically stable and viable in the long run.

plural of national holiday

plural of national anthem