plural councils
1
: a group of people who are chosen to make rules, laws, or decisions about something
The city council is considering a ban on smoking in restaurants.
the town/parish council
a national security council
a tribal council
2
: a group of people who provide advice or guidance on something
the governor's council on physical fitness
the king's council
always used before a noun
1
: of or relating to a council
a council member/meeting
2
British
: provided by a local government council for people to live in for low rent
council estates/houses/flats
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“Council.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/council. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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