What is the definition of inpeachment?

Impeachment is the process by which a legislative body, typically a parliament or congress, formally charges a public official with misconduct. This process often involves an investigation and a vote to determine whether the official should be removed from office. In the United States, impeachment can lead to a trial in the Senate, where the official may be convicted and removed if a two-thirds majority agrees. It serves as a mechanism to hold officials accountable for violations of law or abuse of power.