congressmember

American  

[kong-gris-mem-ber] / ˈkɒŋ grɪsˌmɛm bər /

noun

(often initial capital letter)

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

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Etymology

Origin of congressmember

congress + member

Example Sentences

The congressmember “proudly names” the Estrada, Guzman, Ramirez and Palomino families alongside the Mendezes “every time he shares this story publicly,” the text continued.

From Los Angeles Times

Cárdenas offered congratulatory words, as did Valley congressmember Brad Sherman and L.A.

From Los Angeles Times

“These are difficult times. NYers need a Congressmember who will listen to every voice, not just those who agree with him, & who will deliver on the issues that matter,” Mr. Latimer posted on social media.

From Washington Times

And so if a congressmember's motive is reelection, they want to hold on to the votes of that electoral constituency.

From Salon

“I quit in my head for 20 minutes, and pretend I’m not the Congressmember for the 13,” she said, referring to her district.

From New York Times