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Congress
01
(in some countries) the group of people who have been elected to make laws, which in the US it consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate
Examples
Congress passed a new healthcare bill.
The president addressed Congress in a formal speech.
02
a formal meeting of representatives from various regions within a country to discuss and make decisions on national issues
Examples
The congress debated the proposed amendments to the constitution late into the night.
Members of congress voted unanimously to pass the new healthcare reform bill.
03
a meeting of elected or appointed representatives
04
the social act of assembling for some common purpose
Examples
The congress of artists provided opportunities for networking.
Congress brought together innovators from different fields.
