upper house

noun
UK: /ˌʌp.ər ˈhaʊs/
US: /ˌʌp.ɚ ˈhaʊs/

  1. The smaller group of people in a parliament or congress that makes laws.

    1. The upper house approved the new bill quickly.
    2. Debate in the upper house was lively regarding the proposed constitutional amendment.

  2. A legislative body, often called a Senate, with members typically elected for longer terms and representing larger constituencies than members of the lower house.

    1. The upper house debated the environmental regulations.
    2. Membership in the upper house is considered a prestigious appointment reflecting significant public service.

Synonyms

senate

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "upper house" in English means: The smaller group of people in a parliament or congress that makes laws., A legislative body, often called a Senate, with members typically elected for longer terms and representing larger constituencies than members of the lower house..

The phonetic transcription of "upper house" is /ˌʌp.ər ˈhaʊs/ in British English and /ˌʌp.ɚ ˈhaʊs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "upper house": senate.

Example usage of "upper house": "The upper house approved the new bill quickly.". More examples on the page.