English · Family & People
council
/ˈkaʊn.səl/
[/ˈkaʊn.səl/]
assembly, governing body
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A council is a group of people elected or chosen to manage a town, area, or organization.
Example
The city council approved the budget for new bus routes connecting the suburbs to the center.
The city council approved the budget for new bus routes connecting the suburbs to the center.
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman 'cuncile', from Latin 'concilium' (assembly), from 'calare' (to call together).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for local government bodies and advisory or governing assemblies.