first reading

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Synonyms: first readings

Antonyms: first readings

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Noun

1. In the UK and various other countries, the initial presentation or announcement of a [[bill]] (proposed legislation) to a [[parliament]] or [[legislature]], or chamber thereof. In the UK, this takes place without debate and is followed by the publication of the bill for members to examine prior to the [[second reading]].

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