The governance of a region by its own populace; autonomy. / (dated) Personal self-control.

(idiomatic) Synonym of close enough for government work

(US, idiomatic, humorous, derogatory) Adequate: acceptable as government work, imperfect but not worth the time or effort of improving.

plural of governess

A government that is prepared to take control in response to certain events, especially one made up of the leadership of the largest opposition party in parliament which would assume control should the ruling party be displaced in elections.

plural of governance

plural of seat of government

The location that is the centre of authority to govern; usually the capital city of an area.

plural of non-governmental organization

plural of non-governmental organisation