alderman

[US]/'ɔːldəmən/
[UK]/'ɔldɚmən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a member of a municipal legislative body, especially a city council.

Example Sentences

The alderman proposed a new ordinance for the city council to consider.

The alderman was known for his dedication to public service.

The alderman attended the community meeting to address residents' concerns.

The alderman's speech at the town hall was well-received by the audience.

The alderman worked closely with local businesses to promote economic development.

Residents can voice their opinions and concerns to the alderman during office hours.

The alderman's re-election campaign focused on improving infrastructure in the city.

The alderman advocated for more green spaces and parks in the urban area.

The alderman collaborated with other officials to address public safety issues in the neighborhood.

The alderman's term in office will end next year, and a new election will be held.

Real-world Examples

And I said, " Write your alderman or your mayor or something."

Source: TED Talks (Audio Version) June 2016 Collection

Is it alderman, governor, councilman or mayor?

Source: CNN Listening Compilation January 2014

But the alderman never waited to hear the rest.

Source: The Short Stories of Mark Twain

Then she should talk to her alderman.

Source: Atlantic Empire Season 1

James Neary, the alderman from the fourth ward?

Source: Atlantic Empire Season 1

Still the larger cities like New York and Chicago kept their boards of aldermen.

Source: American history

A city alderman says Milwaukee has been a powder keg for potential violence this summer.

Source: CNN 10 Student English Comprehensive Listening August 2016 Collection

He scooped them in solemnly, they said, until his paunch protruded like an alderman's.

Source: Cross Stream (Part 1)

Can you not speak with your alderman?

Source: Atlantic Empire Season 1

A letter sent by the Lord Mayor and aldermen of London in 1597, which called for all plays to be cancelled.

Source: Crash Course in Drama

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