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prorogued

 

[ prəˈrəʊɡd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legislative procedure

To prorogue means to discontinue a session of a legislative assembly without dissolving it. It is a formal mechanism by which a government can extend or terminate parliamentary sessions. In many parliamentary systems, this can occur based on the decision of the head of state or government.

Synonyms

adjourn, postpone, suspend

Examples of usage

  • The Parliament was prorogued until autumn.
  • The Prime Minister announced that the session would be prorogued next week.
  • After intense debates, the assembly was prorogued for further discussions.

Translations

Translations of the word "prorogued" in other languages:

🇵🇹 prorrogado

🇮🇳 लंबित

🇩🇪 verlängert

🇮🇩 ditunda

🇺🇦 продовжений

🇵🇱 przedłużony

🇯🇵 延期された

🇫🇷 reporté

🇪🇸 prorrogado

🇹🇷 ertelendi

🇰🇷 연기된

🇸🇦 مؤجل

🇨🇿 odložený

🇸🇰 odložený

🇨🇳 延迟的

🇸🇮 podaljšan

🇮🇸 frestaður

🇰🇿 созылмалы

🇬🇪 გაუგრძელებელი

🇦🇿 təxirə salınmış

🇲🇽 prorrogado

Word origin

The term 'prorogue' comes from the Latin word 'prorogare', which means 'to prolong'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century, adapting its meaning to refer specifically to legislative contexts. Originally, 'prorogare' was a combination of 'pro-', meaning 'for' or 'in favor of', and 'rogare', meaning 'to ask' or 'to propose'. Over the centuries, its usage evolved, particularly within the frameworks of parliamentary systems that emerged in Europe. The concept of prorogation became particularly significant in the United Kingdom, where it is a power exercised by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister. This significant parliamentary procedure reflects the dynamic balance between legislative authority and executive power.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,259, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.