European Parliament

American  

noun

1. a deliberative and legislative assembly of the European Community that advises member nations on policy matters.

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European Parliament British  

noun

1. the assembly of the European Union in Strasbourg. It consists of 626 directly elected members and its role is largely advisory

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Example Sentences

Roberta Metsola, president of the European Parliament, said the EU learned to be “the boring partner” with the U.S. amid new trade duties.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

In January, the group submitted a petition featuring nearly 1.3 million signatures to the European Commission, triggering a public hearing in the European Parliament in April.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

The proposals require negotiation and approval by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

He was a Member of the European Parliament for over 20 years, leaving after the UK Brexit vote he so passionately campaigned for.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

The President of the Council shall inform the European Parliament of the decision taken.

From The Treaty of the European Union, Maastricht Treaty, 7th February, 1992 by European Union