Fed Cup: An international, annual women's tennis competition in which teams from participating countries compete in a single elimination format tournament with matches occurring at several intervals during the year

 

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Fed Cup: An international, annual women's tennis competition in which teams from participating countries compete in a single elimination format tournament with matches occurring at several intervals . . . View Full Definition

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Fedwire: Arms of the federal government exempt from SEC registration whose securities are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government (with the exception of the Tennessee Valley Authority).

Federally Related Institutions: An institution chartered by the federal government whose primary function is to collect savings deposits and to provide mortgage loans.

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Federal Water Pollution Control Act: Enacted by Congress in 1972, this federal law administered by the EPA regulates the release of pollutants into navigable waters.

Fine Cup: Coffee with good, positive characteristics.

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Masters Cup: The year end tennis competition for the atp tour where the top 8 players compete.