English Explanatory Dictionary

this day six months

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. a motion or reasoned amendment to a second or third reading motion that, when passed, will defeat the bill.

Word forms

this day six months

Etymology

British parliamentary session historically lasted for around 6 months, with any bill that did not pass within the session would be lapsed. Delaying the second reading or third reading by 6 months would therefore very likely terminate the bill.

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