Government Party

/ˈɡʌvərnmənt ˈpɑːrti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The political party or coalition that holds the majority in a legislative body and forms the executive branch.
    The government party introduced new legislation to reform healthcare.

Forms

  • government party
  • government parties

Commentary

In legal contexts, 'government party' typically refers to the party in power controlling legislative and executive functions, important for understanding legislative procedures and governmental authority.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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