Backbencher

Pronunciation: /ˈbækˈbɛntʃɝ/

Backbencher (noun)

  1. A member of a parliament who does not hold a position in the government or opposition.

Examples

  • A backbencher can influence policy through their votes.
  • A backbencher is a member of parliament without a ministerial role.

Common collocations: support a backbencher, criticize a backbencher, elect a backbencher

Synonyms of Backbencher

Neutral

Antonyms of Backbencher

  • — A frontbencher is a member of Parliament with more influence.