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Legislative body
/lˈɛdʒɪslətˌɪv bˈɒdi/
/lˈɛdʒɪslətˌɪv bˈɑːdi/Legislative body
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a group of people, usually elected, that has the authority to make, change, and pass laws for a country, state, or community
Example
Members of the legislative body debated the new education reform plan for hours.
The bill was introduced in the legislative body for discussion and voting.
Each state has its own legislative body to handle local laws and regulations.
The president must work closely with the legislative body to pass new laws.
The legislative body is responsible for creating laws that govern the entire nation.
