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lawmaker
noun law·mak·er \ˈlȯ-ˌmā-kər\
: someone who makes laws
Full Definition of LAWMAKER
: one who makes laws : legislator
— law·mak·ing \-kiŋ\ noun
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First Known Use of LAWMAKER
14th century
Related to LAWMAKER
- Synonyms
- lawgiver, legislator, solon
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LAWMAKING Defined for Kids
lawmaker
noun law·mak·er \ˈlȯ-ˌmā-kər\
Definition of LAWMAKER for Kids
: someone who takes part in writing and passing laws : legislator
— law·mak·ing \-ˌmā-kiŋ\ adjective or noun <Congress is the nation's lawmaking body.>
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