FDA

American  

[ef-dee-ey] / ˈɛfˈdiˈeɪ /

noun

U.S. Government.

1. Food and Drug Administration: a division of the Department of Health and Human Services that protects the public against impure and unsafe foods, drugs, and cosmetics.

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FDA British  

abbreviation

1. Food and Drug Administration: a federal agency responsible for monitoring trading and safety standards in the food and drug industries

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Example Sentences

“The White House and FDA are completely aligned on expanding the availability of flavored vape products for adults, and adults only,” said White House spokesman Kush Desai.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The FDA had earlier asked the company to do a study evaluating whether the flavors help adult smokers quit more effectively than tobacco flavor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

As part of the meetings, the FDA has pledged to evaluate specific use cases for each substance, and has opened a public docket for comments through July 22.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

It’s one of several studies the FDA is requesting to monitor safety, which have been designated as post-marketing requirements.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

The FDA allows this slightly contaminated product to be sold in the US because the Recommended Daily Allowance for vitamin C is a mere 60 milligrams per day.

From How and When to Be Your Own Doctor by Solomon, Steve