political unit
A 'political unit' refers to an entity with its own governance within a larger political system, ranging from countries to smaller administrative divisions.
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Definition
B2Government
(general)An entity with its own government and administrative responsibilities within a larger political framework.
Example
- A city is a political unit with its own local government.
- Counties are political units that manage local affairs under state laws.
C1Political Science
(academic, technical)A segment of a territory governed by a specific political organization or set of laws.
Example
- The concept of a political unit is essential in understanding the structure of federal systems.
- Political units such as provinces have distinct administrative roles.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "political unit":
power unitconstruction unitpolitical systemrepeat unitbase unitlexical unit