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government
/ˈɡʌv.ən.mənt/
[/ˈɡʌv.ən.mənt/]
ruling body of a state
Beginnernoun
Definition
The group of people and institutions that rule a country, state, or community and make and enforce its laws. It also refers to the system of ruling itself.
Example
The new government promised to lower taxes and invest heavily in public schools and hospitals.
The new government promised to lower taxes and invest heavily in public schools and hospitals.
Etymology
From Old French 'governement', from Latin 'gubernare' (to steer, govern), from Greek 'kybernan'.
How & Where It’s Used
An everyday word in news, politics, and civic life.