parliament
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A group of people elected to make laws for a country.
Synonyms and antonyms
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The bill was debated in _____ for several weeks before it passed."
Answer: parliament
In your own words, what does "parliament" mean?
A group of people elected to make laws for a country.
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