Councilman
(noun)
A male member of a city or town council or legislative body.
Origin:
Formed by combining 'council' and 'man'.
Examples:
- The councilman proposed a new ordinance to regulate the use of plastic bags in the city.
- The councilman's constituents expressed concern about the increasing number of homeless people in the area.
- The councilman was elected to represent the interests of the residents in his district.
- The councilman was praised for his efforts to improve public transportation and reduce traffic congestion.
- The councilman was known for his willingness to listen to all sides of an issue and make informed decisions.