Senate
/ˈsɛnət/
Definitions
- (n.) A legislative or governing body, often the upper chamber of a bicameral legislature.
The Senate passed the bill after extensive debate.
- (n.) A council or assembly in certain institutions, such as universities, responsible for governance and academic policies.
The university senate approved the new curriculum.
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- senates
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Commentary
Commonly capitalized when referring to a specific national legislative body; drafting should clarify context to distinguish governmental versus institutional senates.
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