assembly · noun /əˈsem.bli/Full view
assembly (GROUP)
C2 C a group of people, such as a government, who meet to make decisions, laws, etc.
Dictionary examples:

The state assembly will vote on a tax bill next week.

the United Nations General Assembly

Learner example:

I hope that it won't be necessary to talk to our local Assembly represent[ative], because that would only make this process longer. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Spanish)

assembly (BUILD)
C2 U when you build something by attaching parts together
Dictionary example:

The frame needs to be strong enough to support the engine assembly.

Learner example:

The spring beneath one of the 3 seats integrated with the sofa assembly also seems to be broken. (International English Language Testing System; C2; Marathi)

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