second reading

noun

1. the stage in the consideration of a legislative bill that provides an opportunity for debate and amendment.

second reading

noun

1. the second presentation of a bill in a legislative assembly, as to approve its general principles (in Britain), or to discuss a committee's report on it (in the US)

Word History and Origins

Origin of second reading¹

First recorded in 1640–50

Example Sentences

It is unlikely to pass a second reading, as Act's coalition partners have indicated they will not support it.

From BBC

Its second reading is due to take place in the House of Lords on 15 November.

From BBC

Strengthened legislation to establish a body to oversee the elite men's club game was relaunched by the government last month, and begins its second reading in parliament on Wednesday.

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And then in the audition Ryan told her, and that changed her second reading.

From Salon

The economic assessment report was prepared for MPs ahead of the second reading of the Employment Rights Bill on Monday.

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