senate
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A governing body, especially the upper house of a country's legislature.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The bill still needs to pass through the _____ before it becomes law."
Answer: senate
In your own words, what does "senate" mean?
A governing body, especially the upper house of a country's legislature.
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