alderwoman
|al-der-wom-an|
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/ˈɔːldərˌwʊmən/
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/ˈɔːldəˌwʊmən/
female city council member
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alderwoman' originates from the English word 'alderman,' where 'alder-' referred to 'elder' and '-man' referred to 'person.'
Historical Evolution
'alderman' changed from the Old English word 'aldormann' and eventually became the modern English word 'alderwoman' to denote a female member.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'elder person in authority,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'female city council member.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a female member of a municipal legislative body, especially in a city council.
The alderwoman proposed a new policy to improve public transportation.
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Last updated: 2025/06/16 22:21