Alderman

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːldərmən/

Definitions of alderman

noun a member of a municipal council or legislative body in a city or town

Example Sentences

A1 The alderman is responsible for overseeing the local government.

A2 The alderman represents the interests of the community in city council meetings.

B1 The alderman proposed a new ordinance to improve recycling in the city.

B2 The alderman's term in office will end next year, and a new election will be held.

C1 The alderman has been instrumental in implementing new policies to address homelessness in the city.

C2 The alderman's reputation for honesty and integrity has earned him the respect of his constituents.

Examples of alderman in a Sentence

formal The alderman proposed a new ordinance to improve public safety in the community.

informal Did you hear about the alderman's plan to renovate the park?

slang The alderman is always on top of things, making sure our neighborhood is in good shape.

figurative She was like the alderman of the group, always organizing and leading the way.

Grammatical Forms of alderman

• past tense: aldermanned
• plural: aldermen
• comparative: more alderman
• superlative: most alderman
• present tense: aldermans
• future tense: will alderman
• perfect tense: have aldermanned
• continuous tense: is aldermanning
• singular: alderman
• positive degree: alderman
• infinitive: to alderman
• gerund: aldermanning
• participle: aldermanned

Origin and Evolution of alderman

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'alderman' originated from Old English, where it was known as 'aldormann' meaning 'elder man' or 'chief man'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'alderman' evolved to refer to a member of a municipal legislative body, typically in charge of a district or ward within a city or town.