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par·lia·ment
 parliament
- pronunciation:
- par
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mnt
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a national lawmaking body composed of representatives.
- similar words:
- congress
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| definition 2: |
(usu. cap.) the legislative body of the United Kingdom, consisting of the House of Commons and House of Lords, or such a body in various other countries.
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| definition 3: |
an assembly or congress for discussion of national or other large issues.
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| related words: |
assembly, government, house |
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