Definitions

1. noun

a prolonged speech or debate in a legislative assembly, typically intended to delay or prevent a decision.

“The senator’s filibuster lasted for 14 hours and finally exhausted the opposition.”

2. verb

to obstruct or delay legislative action by prolonged speech or debate.

“The congressman filibustered the bill, forcing it to be tabled until the next session.”

3. noun

a person who engages in a filibuster.

“The senator was known as a master filibuster, able to talk his way out of any situation.”

4. verb

to engage in or attempt a filibuster.

“The senator threatened to filibuster the bill if it didn’t meet his demands.”