Communist Party

American

noun

a political party advocating the principles of communism, especially as developed by Marx and Lenin.

Communist Party British

noun

(in non-Communist countries) a political party advocating Communism
(in Communist countries) the single official party of the state, composed of those who officially espouse Communism

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Etymology

Origin of Communist Party

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

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The Communist Party of Nepal UML, which was in power at the time of the protests, has promised to mobilise youths in political transformation and national development.

From BBC

Gus Monday offers an architectural painting that drops a massive carnation into the middle of Oscar Niemeyer’s French Communist Party headquarters.

From The Wall Street Journal

Since coming to power, Xi has launched waves of anti-corruption drives, calling corruption "the biggest threat" to the Communist Party.

From BBC

It was a bitterly cold, overcast winter day when China’s senior-most general left for a meeting with hundreds of high-ranking Communist Party officials, including their leader, Xi Jinping.

From The Wall Street Journal

As concerns mounted, China's ruling Communist Party released a ten-point action plan, declaring "a war against pollution".

From Barron's

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