Knesset

[knes-et]

noun

1. the unicameral parliament of Israel.

Knesset

/ ˈknɛsɪt /

noun

1. the unicameral parliament of Israel

Knesset

1. The parliament of Israel.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Knesset¹

1945–50; < Modern Hebrew kneset, post-Biblical Hebrew kəneseth gathering

Word History and Origins

Origin of Knesset¹

Hebrew, literally: gathering

Example Sentences

He commands only six seats in the 120-seat Knesset but has authority over the police.

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She told the Knesset one of her husband's killers went on to be released in a previous exchange deal to bring home an Israeli soldier held captive in Gaza.

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But the resumption of the Knesset's work on October 20 heralded the return of transactional politics and potential threats for the government.

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The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned the Knesset's move, saying Israel would have no sovereignty over Palestinian land.

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The president’s speech to the Israeli Knesset was a powerful moment.

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