Legislature
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlɛd͡ʒɪsləˌt͡ʃʊə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Legislature is a noun meaning A governmental body with the power to make, amend and repeal laws.
Meaning
A governmental body with the power to make, amend and repeal laws.
More Meanings
- (Canada) A legislative building.
Example Sentences
state legislature
colonial legislature
bicameral legislature
members of the legislature
Word Forms
- legislatures
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include legislator, lawmaking, parliamentary, legislation, legislative, lawmaker.
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