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congresswoman

American  
[kong-gris-woom-uhn] / ˈkɒŋ grɪsˌwʊm ən /

noun

PLURAL

congresswomen

  1. a female member of a congress, especially of the U.S. House of Representatives.

Congresswoman British  
/ ˈkɒŋɡrɛswʊmən /

noun

  1. (in the US) a female member of Congress, esp of the House of Representatives

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Gender

Is it congresswoman or congressperson? See -woman.

Etymology

Origin of congresswoman

First recorded in 1915–20; congress + -woman

Example Sentences

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The surprise move from the Georgia congresswoman - a rising star in the Republican party - has left many speculating about her next steps.

From BBC

The Georgia congresswoman’s exit signals more than just the end of her career in the House.

From Salon

Georgia congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced she is resigning from the US House of Representatives.

From BBC

The criminal case adds to several ongoing inquiries involving the congresswoman and Trinity Healthcare.

From Salon

Republican congresswomen are a rare breed, making up only 14% of their caucus.

From Salon

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