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Definition Congress in British English

Congress

/ˈkɒŋɡres/
1

the group of people in the US who are elected to make laws. It consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate

Example

Congress has approved a bill to raise taxes.

Example

He's been an effective member of Congress and a close ally of the President.

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Definition Congress in British English