parliament

A group of people chosen to discuss and make a country's laws.

• Parliament passed a new law.
• She was elected to parliament last year.
• Members of parliament debated the budget.

Similar words: legislature

Common phrases: member of parliament, national parliament, elect to parliament

One particular group of lawmakers serving together after an election or for a special purpose.

• The new parliament met on Monday.
• The fifth parliament included many first-time members.
• The president dissolved parliament and called an election.

Similar words: assembly, legislature

Common phrases: new parliament, first parliament, dissolve parliament

The period during which one group of lawmakers serves, usually between elections.

• Taxes rose during the last parliament.
• This parliament lasted nearly five years.
• They promised reform before the end of this parliament.

Similar words: legislative term

Common phrases: during this parliament, next parliament, end of parliament