Privilege Of The Floor (Noun)
Meaning
The right to be admitted onto the floor of a legislative assembly while it is in session.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- As a member of the diplomatic corps, she was granted the privilege of the floor during the international trade conference.
- During his term as a fellow, Dr. Patel enjoyed the privilege of the floor at the State Senate to research education policies.
- Before entering politics, Sarah exercised the privilege of the floor at City Council meetings to understand municipal governance firsthand.
- Honorary members of the Historical Preservation Society have the privilege of the floor during official gatherings at the Capitol building.
- Prior to addressing the legislature, each of the students were recognized with the privilege of the floor as youth representatives from the climate strike movement.