House of Commons
/ˈhaʊs əv ˈkɒmənz/
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- (n.) The lower chamber of the Parliament of the United Kingdom, responsible for making and passing laws.
The House of Commons debated the proposed legislation for several hours.
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The term specifically refers to the UK lower parliamentary chamber; ensure context fits UK constitutional law when using.
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