/ˈɡʌvənmənt/
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Meaning
The group of people who run a country and make its laws.
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Word origin
From Old French governement, from Latin gubernare, meaning to steer a ship.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- gubernare
- English cognates
- govern, governor
Grammar
Examples
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"Government" means the people who run the country.
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We say "for the government" when we talk about a job.
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"Governments" is the plural form.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 9, lesson 3: government, gold, soldier and 6 more words.