Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The lower legislative chamber of the United States Congress: The U.S. House, formally the United States House of Representatives, is one of the two houses of the U.S. federal legislature. It is considered the "lower house" and its members are elected from districts based on population.

Usage

• The term "U.S. House" is used to refer specifically to this institution, often in contrast to the U.S. Senate.
• It is commonly used in political, legal, and news contexts.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The bill was passed by the U.S. House but stalled in the Senate.
  • She was elected to serve in the U.S. House.
  • The U.S. House has the sole power to initiate revenue bills.

Advanced Usage

• "the House": When the context is clearly about U.S. politics, it is often referred to simply as "the House."
  • The House voted on the amendment today.

Variants and Related Words

• House of Representatives: The full formal name.
• The House: A common shortened form.
• Congress: The broader legislative body comprising both the U.S. House and the U.S. Senate.

Synonyms

• Lower house: A general term for the more populous chamber in a bicameral system.
• House of Representatives: The formal synonym.

Related Phrases

• House seat: A position or membership in the U.S. House.
  • He is running for a House seat.
• House member or Representative: An individual who serves in the U.S. House.
  • Our House member will hold a town hall.

Noun

1. the lower legislative house of the United States Congress