Meaning & Definition of word "Legislation"
Legislation
/ˌlɛdʒ.ɪsˈleɪ.ʃən/
noun:
- 1. The process of making or enacting laws.
- Example: The legislation to improve public health was passed unanimously.
- 2. Laws considered collectively.
- Example: The new environmental legislation will take effect next year.
- 3. A specific law that has been enacted.
- Example: The legislation regarding tax reform has been delayed in Congress.
Etymology
●From Latin legislatio, from leges ('laws') and latio ('the act of bringing or putting forth').
Common Phrases and Expressions
pending legislation:
Proposed laws that are still in the legislative process.
legislative body:
An organization of representatives with the authority to make laws.
legislative intent:
The purpose or goal behind a law that is enacted.
Related Words
legislator:
A person who makes laws.
bill:
A draft of a proposed law.
regulation:
A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.
Slang Meanings of legislation
Meaning: Legislate harder
● Example Sentence: They really need to legislate harder to tackle climate change.
Meaning: Legislate it
● Example Sentence: If they pass that bill, we can finally legislate it and move on.