Parliament
pārlamēnta legislative assembly with the power to make, amend, or repeal laws
संसद ने नया विधेयक पारित किया।
The Parliament passed a new bill.
In many countries, the Parliament is the highest legislative body.
the building where the legislative assembly meets
हम संसद के बाहर प्रतीक्षा कर रहे हैं।
We are waiting outside the Parliament.
The term can refer to both the institution and the building.
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Usage in Formal Contexts
The term 'Parliament' is used in formal contexts, especially in political and legal discussions.
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Capitalization
In English, 'Parliament' is always capitalized when referring to a specific legislative body (e.g., the Parliament of India).
📖Word Origin
From Old French 'parlement', meaning 'speech, talk', from 'parler' (to speak).
📝Usage Notes
In Hindi, 'Parliament' is often referred to as 'संसद' (Sansad). The term is used in both the institutional and physical sense.