knesset
nounUK /ˈknɛsɛt/
US /ˈknɛsɛt/
The Knesset is the group of people who make laws for Israel.
The Knesset voted on a new law today.
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2. The building where Israel's lawmakers meet.
Protesters gathered outside the Knesset.
3. A gathering or assembly in Jewish tradition.
The ancient Knesset HaGedolah was a great assembly of scholars.
4. The Israeli parliament as a political institution.
The Knesset has 120 members.