Cabinet of the United Kingdom
/ˈkæbɪnɪt əv ðə juːˈnaɪtɪd ˈkɪŋdəm/
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- (n.) The principal executive decision-making body of the United Kingdom government consisting of senior government ministers appointed by the Prime Minister, responsible for directing government policy and administration.
The Cabinet of the United Kingdom convened to discuss the new legislation proposal.
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- cabinet of the united kingdom
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Commentary
The term refers specifically to the governing body composed of ministers, distinct from other advisory or ceremonial bodies such as the Privy Council.
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