Gadit

capitol hill

Definitions
1proper nounCapitol Hill refers to the area in Washington, D.C., where the United States Capitol building is located. It is the seat of the U.S. Congress and a symbol of the American legislative branch.
Many important decisions are made on Capitol Hill.
Capitol Hill is bustling with activity during congressional sessions.
Tourists often visit Capitol Hill to see the historic Capitol building.
Word Origin
Language
English
Word parts
capitol (a building where a legislative body meets) + hill (a raised area of land)
Originally meant
a hill with a capitol building on it
Background
Capitol Hill is named after the United States Capitol building, which sits atop a hill in Washington, D.C. The term 'capitol' comes from the Latin 'Capitolinus', referring to the Capitoline Hill in Rome, which was the center of government in ancient Rome.