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Parliamentarian

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/ˌpɑːrləˌmɛnˈtɛəriən/

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/ˌpɑːləˌmɛnˈteəriən/

parliament member

Etymology
Etymology Information

'Parliamentarian' originates from the English word 'parliament,' which comes from the Old French 'parlement,' meaning 'discussion, talk.'

Historical Evolution

'Parlement' transformed into the English word 'parliament,' and eventually 'parliamentarian' was derived to denote a member of parliament.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a member of a discussion or talk,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a member of a parliament or an expert in parliamentary procedure.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a member of a parliament, especially one who is experienced in parliamentary procedures.

The parliamentarian proposed a new bill to address climate change.

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Noun 2

an expert in parliamentary procedure.

The parliamentarian was consulted to resolve the procedural dispute.

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Last updated: 2025/02/11 12:42