federalism
|fed-er-al-ism|
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/ˈfɛdərəˌlɪzəm/
shared governance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'federalism' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'foedus,' where 'foedus' meant 'covenant' or 'treaty.'
Historical Evolution
'foedus' transformed into the French word 'fédéralisme,' and eventually became the modern English word 'federalism' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a covenant or treaty,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a system of government.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.
Federalism allows states to have their own laws and policies.
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Last updated: 2025/03/10 02:41