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Meaning of crossbencher | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A member of a legislature who belongs to a political party or coalition that is not in government or official opposition (the largest party or coalition not in government), or is independent; a member of the crossbench.

Australian, New-Zealand

Examples

“He has just become Lord Hendy, and will take his place in the House of Lords on December 12. He will be a Crossbencher, which means he will not represent a political party.”

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

crossbenches Crossbill crossbite crossbiter crossbody crossbolt

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