Federations
/ˌfɛd(ə)ˈreɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Plural of federation: a political or legal entity characterized by a union of partially self-governing states or regions under a central federal government.
The United States and Germany are examples of federations where sovereignty is constitutionally divided.
Forms
- federation
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Commentary
Used primarily to denote multiple entities formed as federations in political and constitutional law contexts.
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