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3 It monopolizes rule - making within its territory, which tends to create
a common political culture shared by its citizens.
See also internationalizing state .

supranational: above the state; a political institution with powers that

have been transferred from the state and with which it is now committed
to sharing sovereignty. The European Parliament is the classic example.

transnational: referring to relations or processes which cross national

boundaries, by - passing the nation - state. See also international .