上下両院 (じょうげりょういん) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
both houses of parliament; upper and lower houses
Refers to the two chambers of a bicameral legislature, typically the upper house (上院) and lower house (下院). Used in political contexts.
Inst., institution, temple
Similar words
- 上院
Refers specifically to the upper house only, while 上下両院 means both houses together.
- 下院
Refers specifically to the lower house only, while 上下両院 means both houses together.
Etymology
Compound of 上下 (upper and lower) + 両院 (both houses).
