Little Parliament
historical
noun
The assembly of 120 members, nominated by Oliver Cromwell and his Council of Officers, which sat from 4 July to 12 Dec. 1653; = Barebone's Parliament.
Origin
Late 17th century; earliest use found in Bulstrode Whitelocke (1605–1675), lawyer and politician.
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