duma
Duma (noun) means a Russian legislative assembly, especially the lower house of Russia's national parliament. Example: “The bill was debated in the State Duma for weeks before passing.”
How to use duma
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe name of Russia's parliament (or its historical predecessors) — roughly equivalent to a house of representatives.
Word forms
dumas plural, Dumas plural
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The bill was debated in the State _____ for weeks before passing.
Etymology
From Russian dúma, originally meaning "thought" or "counsel," later applied to elected legislative councils.
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What does “duma” mean?
The word “duma” means a Russian legislative assembly, especially the lower house of Russia's national parliament. In plain terms, the name of Russia's parliament (or its historical predecessors) — roughly equivalent to a house of representatives.
How do you pronounce “duma”?
“Duma” is pronounced DOO-muh (/ˈdumə/ in IPA).
How do you use “duma” in a sentence?
Here is “duma” used in a sentence: “The bill was debated in the State Duma for weeks before passing.”
What part of speech is “duma”?
“Duma” is a noun.
Where does the word “duma” come from?
The word “duma” comes from Russian. From Russian dúma, originally meaning "thought" or "counsel," later applied to elected legislative councils.
Is “duma” a common word?
“Duma” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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