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parliament

noun
/ˈpɑːrləmənt/

Meaning

the highest legislative body in a country

Example Sentences

The bill was passed in parliament after a long debate.

Example Expressions

hung parliament

Synonyms

assembly, legislature, congress, house, senate

Antonyms

dictatorship, monarchy

Collocations

parliament session, member of parliament, dissolve parliament, pass through parliament

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