Word
parliament house
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Definition
n. the building where the people who make a country's laws meet to discuss and vote. It is often the center of government in countries that have a prime minister.
n. The building or complex that serves as the official seat of a national or state legislature. Often functions as a proper noun when referring to a specific host building, such as those in Canberra or New Delhi.
Examples
“The protesters gathered outside Parliament House to show their disagreement.”
“Public tours of Parliament House are available during the summer when the politicians are on holiday.”
“Security around Parliament House was significantly increased following the announcement of the controversial new trade legislation.”
Examples
simple
“The protesters gathered outside Parliament House to show their disagreement.”
contextual
“Public tours of Parliament House are available during the summer when the politicians are on holiday.”
complex
“Security around Parliament House was significantly increased following the announcement of the controversial new trade legislation.”
Usage
Commonly capitalised as 'Parliament House' when referring to the specific seat of a legislature.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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