BACKBENCHES


Meaning of BACKBENCHES in English

The ~ are the seats in the British House of Commons where backbenchers sit. The Members of Parliament who sit on the ~ are also referred to as the ~. (BRIT)

This issue is creating unrest on the ~.

N-PLURAL: usu the N

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