parliament
Translation
parliament
Examples
Parliament passed a new law.
Parliament passed a new law.
She was elected to Parliament.
She was elected to Parliament.
Grammar Patterns
((a parliament)) a legislative body The country is governed by a parliament.
Similar Words
Synonyms: legislature, congress, assembly, council
Etymology
From Old French 'parlement' ('discussion'), from 'parler' ('to speak').
Memory Tips
Think of a place where people 'parley' or talk to make laws.