word
unicameral
yoo-nih-KAM-er-ul
ˌjuːnɪˈkæmərəlListen
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Syllable breakdown
unicameral
Dictionary meaning
Having a single legislative chamber rather than two.
History and origin
Latin unus + camera.
Examples
- The country adopted a unicameral parliament after independence.
Common mispronunciations
yoo-NYE-cam-er-al
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