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councilmember

American  
[koun-suhl-mem-ber] / ˈkaʊn səlˌmɛm bər /

noun

  1. a member of a council, especially a legislative council.


Etymology

Origin of councilmember

council + member

Example Sentences

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As the tally continues, Angelenos are waiting to see if she will face Democratic city councilmember Nithya Raman, or reality television star Spencer Pratt, who is running as a Republican.

From BBC Jun. 3, 2026

Afterward, the councilmember shook hands with Carlos Perea, executive director of the nonprofit Harbor Institute and one of the news conference’s organizers.

From Los Angeles Times May 28, 2026

Bass had campaigned for Raman in 2024, when the councilmember was facing a tough reelection fight.

From Los Angeles Times May 6, 2026

Lindsey Horvath was a West Hollywood city councilmember in 2022 when she ran for L.A.

From Los Angeles Times May 1, 2026

“This was about keeping an iconic, world-famous brand right here in L.A.,” said Traci Park, a councilmember for District 11 who helped lead efforts to secure the tax incentive and attended the event.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 20, 2026

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