Definition of "legislature" in English

noun

1. A governmental body with the power to make, amend and repeal laws.

   • state legislature
   • bicameral legislature
   • colonial legislature
   • members of the legislature
   • The state legislature passed a new education bill.
   • Members of the legislature debated late into the night.
   • The law cannot take effect until approved by the legislature.

2. (Canada) A legislative building.