alderman
noun
a member of a municipal legislative body, especially of a municipal council.
aldermanic
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a word derived from
alderman.
Example Sentences
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When the measure was considered by an aldermanic committee, members expressed concern about the bill’s lack of detail on how the money would be disbursed.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 2, 2022
But then she put the fight over aldermanic privilege on hold.
From Slate ● Apr. 29, 2021
Waguespack's offices will accept mask donations, as will many other churches and aldermanic offices.
From Fox News ● Apr. 27, 2020
There’s an issue that may be addressed quite soon by the new mayor: Lori Lightfoot, who worked in the office when I was there about aldermanic prerogative.
From MSNBC ● Jun. 19, 2019
He was still in possession of his aldermanic seat, but a little uncertain whether it was a throne or a stool of repentance.
From Jewel Weed by Harrison Fisher
