lower chamber en · NOUN
Etymology
From lower + chamber.
Meanings
- The lower legislative chamber in a bicameral legislature; in many cases, the one that is directly elected and/or has more practical power, such as the power to raise and spend money.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| lower chambers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Coordinates
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Relateds
House of Commons · House of Representatives