congresswoman

[kong-gris-woom-uhn]

noun

plural

congresswomen 

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

Congresswoman

/ ˈkɒŋɡrɛswʊmən /

noun

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

Gender Note

Is it congresswoman or congressperson? See -woman.

Word History and Origins

Origin of congresswoman¹

First recorded in 1915–20; congress + -woman

Example Sentences

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

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

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

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

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

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