legislature

US /ˈlɛdʒɪˌsletʃɚ/

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UK /ˈledʒɪsleɪtʃə(r)/

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noun

  • Official group with the authority to make laws

Examples

The legislature comprises a 212-member Chamber of Deputies elected for a four-year term.

The legislature voted narrowly to table a motion of no-confidence in the government.