noun

councilman

Councilman (noun) means a man who is an elected member of a city or town council. Example: “The councilman spoke out against the proposed tax hike.”

noun

A man who is an elected member of a city or town council.

"The councilman spoke out against the proposed tax hike."

How to use councilman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA male member of a local council.

When to use it

Many cities now prefer the gender-neutral "council member" in official use.

Word forms

councilmen plural

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Etymology

From council + man.

Rhymes for councilman

Gilman mailman

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Frequently asked questions

What does “councilman” mean?

The word “councilman” means a man who is an elected member of a city or town council. In plain terms, a male member of a local council.

How do you use “councilman” in a sentence?

Here is “councilman” used in a sentence: “The councilman spoke out against the proposed tax hike.”

What part of speech is “councilman”?

“Councilman” is a noun.

What is the meaning of councilman?

"councilman" (noun) means a man who is an elected member of a city or town council.