The parliament
Example: The parliament passed new laws to improve education today.
Definition
"The parliament" refers to a legislative body of government responsible for making, amending, and repealing laws. It typically consists of elected representatives who debate and decide on national policies, laws, and budgets to govern a country or region effectively.
Etymology
The term "the parliament" originates from the Old French word 'parlement,' which means 'discussion' or 'speaking.' It evolved from the verb 'parler,' meaning 'to speak.' Did you know that early parliaments were gatherings where leaders spoke to resolve disputes and make decisions collectively?
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"The parliament" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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