unicameral

American  

[yoo-ni-kam-er-uhl] / ˌyu nɪˈkæm ər əl /

adjective

1. consisting of a single chamber, as a legislative assembly.

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unicameral British  

/ ˌjuːnɪˈkæmərəl /

adjective

1. of or characterized by a single legislative chamber

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Other Word Forms

• unicameralism noun
• unicameralist noun
• unicamerally adverb

Etymology

Origin of unicameral

1850–55; uni- + Latin camer ( a ) chamber + -al ¹

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• unicameral vs. bicameral

Example Sentences

Postponed from Tuesday, the unicameral parliament is scheduled to meet again Thursday, though it was not clear if the bill was on the agenda.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

The reform, announced last week by President Nayib Bukele in an address marking four years in government, cuts the unicameral Congress' size from 84 lawmakers to 60.

From Reuters • Jun. 7, 2023

Mr. Buffet was not the only high-profile American whose name was aired during Monday’s hearing in the Yuan, Taiwan’s unicameral legislature.

From Washington Times • May 9, 2023

Hunt said Wednesday she is planning to personally appeal to Republicans in the unicameral Legislature to reject the bill.

From Salon • Apr. 27, 2023

The unicameral National Assembly is described in the constitution as "a supreme body of state power," whereas the State Council is described as "a supreme constantly functioning body of state power."

From Area Handbook for Bulgaria by Baluyut, Violeta D.