Majority Government
/ˈmɒdʒərɪti ˈɡʌvərnmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A government formed by a political party or coalition holding more than half the seats in a legislature.
The majority government was able to pass the new law without opposition.
Forms
- majority government
- majority governments
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Commentary
In drafting, specifying 'majority government' clarifies the stability and legislative dominance inherent in such administrations.
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