English
Etymology
From the Russ. (prezidium), from the w:Latin language|Latin praesidium. Entered the w:English language|English language in w:1920|1920.
Noun
en-noun|plpresidia|pl2presidiums
- A permanent executive committee used primarily in Communist countries of which has the power to act for a larger governing body.
- Such an executive committee headed by the President of the Supreme Soviet.
Related terms
presidio
References
Online Dictionary, Thesaurus, and Encyclopedia <br />
Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary: Tenth Edition 1997
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