noun
- plural of legislature; governmental bodies that have the power to make laws
Examples
- State legislatures across the country are debating new education policies.
- The bicameral legislatures consist of both upper and lower houses.
- Many legislatures convene annually to pass budgets and review laws.
- Local legislatures often address issues specific to their communities.
- The governor worked closely with both state and federal legislatures.
- These legislatures have the authority to override executive vetoes.