Definition of Lobby
Lobby
Lob·by


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(noun)
A group of people who try to influence a government's decisions.

e.g. The tobacco lobby fought against stricter smoking laws.

(verb)
to conduct activities aimed at influencing public officials and especially members of a legislative body on legislation;

e.g. They wished to lobby for an amendment for the upcoming bill.

(verb)
to attempt to influence or sway (someone, such as a public official) toward a desired action;

e.g. It's easy to lobby the other team to take their side.



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