Bicameralism (noun)

A system of government in which the legislative power is vested in two separate assemblies or chambers.

Origin:

From bi- ("two") + camera ("chamber") + -ism.

Examples:

1. The United States Congress is an example of bicameralism, with the Senate and the House of Representatives.
2. Many countries have adopted bicameralism as a way to ensure that different regions or social groups are represented in government.
3. Bicameralism is considered a compromise between a unicameral system, where there is only one legislative body, and a tricameral system, where there are three.
4. Bicameralism is often seen as a way to prevent hasty or ill-considered legislation.
5. The bicameral system of government was introduced to ensure that the views of the minority were heard.