The parliament
Example: The parliament passed new laws to improve education this year.
Definition
"The parliament" is a formal assembly or body of representatives that has the authority to make, amend, or repeal laws within a country or region. It serves as the central institution of legislative governance, often debating and passing laws that affect the whole society.
Etymology
The term "the parliament" originates from the Old French word 'parlement,' which means a discussion or meeting. It comes from the verb 'parler,' meaning to speak. Did you know? The word reflects the idea of a place where people come together to talk and decide on important matters.
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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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