senate

• Nom désignant une assemblée législative ou gouvernante, généralement la chambre haute dans un système bicaméral, composée de représentants élus ou nommés.

A noun referring to a legislative or governing body, typically the upper house in a bicameral system, composed of elected or appointed representatives.

1. Legislative bodyB2formalpolitical

   The upper house of a bicameral legislature, typically responsible for reviewing and approving laws.

   Sénat (chambre haute)

   • The Senate voted on the new tax reform bill yesterday.
   • She was elected to the Senate after a long campaign.
   • The Senate has the power to confirm presidential appointments.

   Synonymesassemblychambercongresslegislative assemblylegislatureparliament

2. Governing councilB2formalpolitical

   A council or assembly that governs a university, organization, or institution.

   Sénat (universitaire/organisation)

   • The university senate approved the new curriculum changes.
   • The faculty senate debated the budget allocation for research.
   • The student senate organized a campus-wide event.

   Synonymesassemblyboardcouncilgoverning body