Meaning of the word commonwealth in English

What does commonwealth mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

commonwealth

US /ˈkɑː.mən.welθ/
UK /ˈkɒm.ən.welθ/

Noun

1.

an independent country or community, especially a democratic republic

Example:
The Commonwealth of Australia is a federal parliamentary democracy.
Many countries are part of the Commonwealth of Nations.
2.

the people of a nation or state; the body politic

Example:
The government is responsible for the welfare of the entire commonwealth.
The laws were enacted for the good of the commonwealth.
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