Legislation

Body of laws enacted by a legislative branch.

statute law enactment

Legislation refers to a body of laws enacted by a legislative branch of government. It can also refer to the act or process of making laws.

Pronunciation

/ˌlɛdʒɪˈsleɪʃən/

Etymology

It comes from the Old French 'legislacion', meaning 'a law or enactment,' derived from 'legis' (from Latin, meaning 'law') and '-lacion' (denoting action or process).

Explain Like I’m 5

Legislation is like rules made by grown-ups in charge, such as laws that tell people what they can and cannot do.

Fun Facts

Legislation can cover a wide range of topics, from taxes to environmental protection
Ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia had early forms of written legislation
Legislation is often a result of debates and compromises between different groups

FAQ

What is legislation? Laws created by a legislative body
Who makes legislation? Elected representatives in a legislature
What is an example of legislation? A law about driving safely

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

lawmaking legislation process

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

law legal system

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

statute act bill ordinance

Meronyms — Parts or Components

clauses sections articles

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

legal system government

Indexes

governmental legal

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