Councilman

noun

noun ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A male member of a council, especially a city council.

    "Ms. Ford, a former captain in the Navy Reserves and a management consultant, and Ms. Pfeifer are often at odds with the three councilmen over policy issues."

  2. 2
    a man who is a council member wordnet

Synonyms

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aldermanarchonassemblymanbailieburghermasterburgomaster

Example

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"“These new urban farms will not only provide access to healthy produce, but also provide jobs to young residents,” said New York City Councilman Ritchie Torres."

Etymology

From council + -man.

Related phrases

city council

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