CEFR B2

legislation

noun

Meaning

A set of laws or a law that is made by a government.

Examples

Parliament is debating new legislation on immigration.
The proposed legislation aims to reduce carbon emissions.

Synonyms: law, statute, regulation, ordinance

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legislation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌlɛdʒɪsˈleɪʃən/

Definition

A set of laws or a law that is made by a government.

Examples

Parliament is debating new legislation on immigration.
The proposed legislation aims to reduce carbon emissions.
Stricter legislation is needed to combat cybercrime.

How to Use legislation

legislation on (prepositional phrase): Laws related to a specific topic or issue. — "New legislation on data protection was enacted last year."
legislation to (prepositional phrase): Laws created with a specific purpose or goal. — "They are proposing legislation to combat climate change."

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