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lobbyist
[ lob-ee-ist ]
noun
- a person who tries to influence legislation on behalf of a special interest; a member of a lobby.
lobbyist
/ ˈɒɪɪ /
noun
- a person employed by a particular interest to lobby
Derived Forms
- ˈDzˌ, noun
Other Word Forms
- Dzb· noun
Example Sentences
Dozens of representatives from all of the major entertainment industry unions trekked to Sacramento to support the legislation, as did studio executives, their lobbyists and the Motion Picture Assn. trade group.
If he is successful, it's due to Texas law's broad definition of legitimate "self-defense," which was passed by Republican lawmakers acting on behalf of gun lobbyists.
Top theater lobbyist Michael O’Leary called for a minimum theatrical window for 45 days.
Then top theater lobbyist Michael O’Leary threw down an unexpected gauntlet.
University leaders have started meeting directly with members of Congress, as well as hiring lobbyists.
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