Definition
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federal
Federal refers to a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states or provinces.
联邦是指一种政府体制,其中权力在中央权威和组成的政治单位(如州或省)之间分配。
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The federal government is responsible for national defense.
联邦政府负责国家防御。
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Many federal laws affect the rights of citizens across the country.
许多联邦法律影响全国公民的权利。
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The federal system allows states to maintain their own laws while adhering to national standards.
联邦体制允许各州保持自己的法律,同时遵守国家标准。