Legislation
/ˌlɛdʒɪsˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Laws considered collectively or the process of making or enacting laws.
The government introduced new legislation to combat pollution.
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Commentary
Often used to refer both to enacted laws and the legislative process; context clarifies the meaning.
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