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unparliamentary

American

[uhn-pahr-luh-men-tuh-ree, -tree] / ˌʌn pɑr ləˈmɛn tə ri, -tri /

adjective

not parliamentary; at variance with or contrary to the methods employed by parliamentary bodies.

unparliamentary British

/ ˌʌnpɑːləˈmɛntərɪ, -trɪ /

adjective

not consistent with parliamentary procedure or practice

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Etymology

Origin of unparliamentary

First recorded in 1620–30; un- ¹ + parliamentary

Example Sentences

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A source close to Mr Cleverly had previously admitted he used "unparliamentary" language to describe Mr Cunningham but denied he had criticised Stockton.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2023

The home secretary has admitted he used "unparliamentary" language to describe a Labour MP, a close source has said.

From BBC • Nov. 23, 2023

In his resignation letter, which was cited by Lee's office, Tan said: "I had made a mistake in parliament when I uttered words which were rude and unparliamentary."

From Reuters • Jul. 17, 2023

That came not long after he was caught on mic using unparliamentary language.

From Washington Post • Sep. 10, 2022

A Raven pirouetted on her toes in a most unparliamentary and unbird-like fashion.

From Highacres by Richards, Harriet Roosevelt

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