What is the meaning of filibuster?

noun

  • A legislator who gives long speeches in an effort to delay or obstruct legislation that he (or she) opposes.
  • Law) a tactic for delaying or obstructing legislation by making long speeches. (

verb

  • Obstruct deliberately by delaying. .
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