Historical Government Structures

noun a subdivision of a country established for political or administrative purposes

• The canton of Geneva is known for its beautiful landscapes and vibrant culture.
• Let's take a day trip to the canton and explore some new hiking trails.
• I heard there's a cool new restaurant opening up in the canton next week.
• In the political landscape, the canton represents a crucial voting block for the upcoming election.

noun a legislative body of government, especially in a democratic country

• The parliament passed a new law regarding taxation.
• Did you hear about the parliament's latest decision?
• The parliament is really making moves these days.
• In the parliament of ideas, diversity is crucial for progress.

noun an organized society; a state as a political entity

• The polity of the ancient Greek city-states was characterized by direct democracy.
• The polity in this country is a mix of different political parties.
• I don't really get into all that polity stuff, it's too complicated for me.
• In the polity of social media, likes and retweets determine popularity.