Meaning & Definition of word "Duma"

Duma

/ˈduːmə/

noun:

  • 1. A legislative assembly in some countries, particularly in Russia, originally established in the early 20th century.
    • Example: The Duma debated several important reforms during its session.
  • 2. The lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia.
    • Example: Members of the Duma were elected in the recent parliamentary elections.
  • 3. Historically, a council of nobles or aristocrats in Russia, especially before the 1917 revolution.
    • Example: The old duma could not resist the growing influence of the Bolsheviks.

Etymology

From Russian дума (duma), meaning 'thought' or 'council'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

State Duma:

The lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia.

Duma elections:

Elections held to select members of the Duma.

Duma approval:

The process by which legislation must be approved by the Duma.

Related Words

parliament:

A legislative body in a country.

senate:

A legislative assembly within a parliamentary system.

Slang Meanings of duma

Meaning: Expression of frustration or confusion.

Example Sentence: After hearing the political debate, I felt a duma about the whole situation.