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noun
A body set up by law which is authorised to enforce legislation on behalf of the relevant country or state.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Australia, New-Zealand, UK
Topics: law
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noun
Legislation authorizing the existence and activity of a government agency.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
Topics: law
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noun
The powers assigned to a government agency by legislation.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: US
Topics: law
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History
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Across languages
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