Government
/ˈɡʌvərnmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The system or group of people governing an organized community, often a state.
The government enacted new environmental regulations.
- (n.) The act or process of governing or exercising authority over a political entity.
Effective government requires transparency and accountability.
Forms
- governments
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Commentary
Often used broadly to denote both the entity and the act of governing; precise drafting distinguishes between the governing body and the process or system.
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