crossbench
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The word 'cross' refers to the position of the seats across from the government and opposition benches. 'Bench' comes from the Old English word 'benc', meaning 'long seat'.
مثال
- The crossbench provides a space for independent voices in the parliament.
- The members of the crossbench play a crucial role in shaping legislation.
- The crossbenchers often vote based on their own conscience rather than party lines.
ترکیبهای رایج
Sit on the crossbench Address the crossbench Vote with the crossbench
تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- any of the seats in the House of Commons used by members who do not vote regularly with either the government or the Opposition