legislature

/ˈlɛd͡ʒɪˌsleɪt͡ʃɚ/

UK: /ˈlɛd͡ʒɪslət͡ʃə/

legislature

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Definition

A governmental body with the power to make, amend and repeal laws.

Etymology

1676, from stem of legislator + -ure, cognate with French législature.

Example Sentences

  • "state legislature"
  • "bicameral legislature"
  • "colonial legislature"
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