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councilman

noun

coun·​cil·​man ˈkau̇n(t)-səl-mən How to pronounce councilman (audio)
: a member of a council (as of a town or city)
councilmanic adjective

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An unexpected ally Perez, 35, a former human resources director for the city, ran as part of councilman Jesus Tundidor’s slate, a faction that opposed Calvo in the mayoral race. Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 18 Nov. 2025 Two city councilmen did not vote. Dan Raby, CBS News, 18 Nov. 2025 The councilman also issued a challenge to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), as speculation grows that Ocasio-Cortez could run for his seat in 2028. Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 18 Nov. 2025 Fort Worth city councilman Michael Crain and chef Jon Bonnell are seen playing extras in the scene. Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for councilman

Word History

First Known Use

1659, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of councilman was in 1659

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“Councilman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/councilman. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

councilman

noun
coun·​cil·​man ˈkau̇n(t)-səl-mən How to pronounce councilman (audio)
: a member of a council (as of a town or city)

Legal Definition

councilman

noun
coun·​cil·​man
plural councilmen
: a member of a council : councillor

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