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Wordabulary

alderman

Pronunciation
Noun B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

An elected member of a city or town council.

"The alderman proposed a new park for the neighborhood."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

councilor

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The _____ proposed a new park for the neighborhood."

Answer: alderman

In your own words, what does "alderman" mean?

An elected member of a city or town council.

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