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congressman

American  
[kong-gris-muhn] / ˈkɒŋ grɪs mən /

noun

plural

congressmen

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

Congressman British  
/ ˈkɒŋɡrɛsmən /

noun

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

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Gender

Is congressman gender-neutral? See -man.

Etymology

Origin of congressman

An Americanism dating back to 1770–80; congress + -man

Example Sentences

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"For nearly 20 years, I have served the public - as a prosecutor and a congressman and have always protected women," the married father-of-three added.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

The talk revolved around Eric Swalwell, the 45-year-old congressman from the East Bay and one of the top Democratic contenders for California governor.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Republican congressman Zach Nunn wrote on X that he was "heartened by the ceasefire."

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Austin Scott, Republican congressman from Georgia and senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, strongly criticised Trump's threats about a civilisation dying.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

The previous black congressman had served thirty years before.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield

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