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e-governance

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The use of computer technology in governance.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

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History

Etymology

From e- + governance or e-govern + -ance.

Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 電子治理 /电子治理 (diànzǐ zhìlǐ) — use of computer technology in governance
  • Dutch: e-governance — use of computer technology in governance
  • Dutch: e-bestuur — use of computer technology in governance
  • Finnish: sähköinen hallinto — use of computer technology in governance