crossbencher en · NOUN
Etymology
From crossbench + -er.
Meanings
- (Australian, New-Zealand) A member of a legislature who belongs to a political party or coalition that is not in government or official opposition (the largest party or coalition not in government), or is independent; a member of the crossbench.
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(UK, alt-of, alternative) Alternative form of cross-bencher.
alt of cross-bencher
He has just become Lord Hendy, and will take his place in the House of Lords on December 12. He will be a Crossbencher, which means he will not represent a political party.
2022 November 30, Paul Clifton, “Network News: Hendy drops GBR name but reform plans proceed”, in RAIL, number 971, page 12:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| crossbenchers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |