English Explanatory Dictionary

lower chamber

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The lower legislative chamber in a bicameral legislature; in many cases, the one that is directly elected and/or has more practical power, such as the power to raise and spend money.

Word forms

lower chamber lower chambers

Etymology

From lower + chamber.

Synonyms

lower house

Related words

House of Commons House of Representatives
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