Leader of the Opposition
In a house of legislature following the model of the Westminster system, the…In a house of legislature following the model of the Westminster system (such as the UK House of Commons), the parliamentary leader of the largest political party not forming the government.
» The leader of the opposition called for an independent investigation.
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2 sentencesThe leader of the opposition called for an independent investigation.
Tomorrow, the president will meet with the leaders of the opposition.
Meaning
1 senses(UK)In a house of legislature following the model of the Westminster system (such as the UK House of Commons), the parliamentary leader of the largest political party not forming the government.
Forms
plural: Leaders of the Opposition| Singular | Leader of the Opposition |
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irregular · Lesson
Synonyms
1 synonymsLessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Plural nouns — Because its plural is irregular
See also
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