westminster
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Definition
Westminster is a district in central London, known for its important government buildings, such as the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. It often refers to the British government itself.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to the district or the UK Parliament/government. In political discussions, 'Westminster' can mean the entire British political system (e.g., 'Westminster model'). Capitalized as a proper noun. Not commonly used for anything unrelated to the UK.
Example Sentences
We visited Westminster during our trip to London.
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The British Parliament is in Westminster.
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Westminster Abbey is very famous.
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Many big government decisions happen at Westminster.
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Some people call the UK government simply 'Westminster'.
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You can't talk about British politics without mentioning Westminster.
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