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constitutional convention

/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənl kənˈvenʃn/

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/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənl kənˈvenʃn/C1formalpolitical
  • ruОфициальное собрание или ассамблея, созванная с целью разработки, пересмотра или принятия конституции. Это политический процесс, используемый для установления или изменения основных законов государства или организации.

A formal gathering or assembly convened for the purpose of drafting, revising, or adopting a constitution. It is a political process used to establish or amend the fundamental laws of a state or organization.

  1. Political assemblyC1formal

    A gathering of representatives convened to draft, revise, or adopt a constitution.

    ruКонституционное собрание

    • The constitutional convention debated the new bill of rights for weeks.
    • Delegates from all states attended the constitutional convention.
    • The country's first constitutional convention established the framework for democracy.
  2. Unwritten political ruleC2formalbritish

    A long-established practice or custom in a political system that is not legally binding but is followed as a norm.

    ruНеписаное политическое правило

    • The monarch's role is largely defined by constitutional conventions rather than written law.
    • It is a constitutional convention that the Prime Minister must resign after losing a vote of confidence.
    • Constitutional conventions ensure the smooth functioning of the government.