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- pronunciation:
- kang
grihs
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Builder, Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the branch of a national government that makes laws.
- synonyms:
- legislature, parliament
- similar words:
- assembly, council, senate
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| definition 2: |
(capitalized) the branch of the U.S. government that is elected to make laws. Congress is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
The bill was passed by the Congress but was vetoed by the President.The Congress will begin its session next week.- similar words:
- legislature
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| related words: |
capitol, government, house |
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| derivations: |
congressional (adj.), congressionally (adv.) |
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