council

Definition

  • noun: a group of people who are chosen to make rules, laws, or decisions about something
  • noun: an assembly or meeting for consultation, advice, or discussion
  • synonyms: synod, parliament, congress

Examples

  • The city 'council' is considering a ban on smoking in restaurants.

  • the governor's 'council' on physical fitness

  • He's running for 'city council'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) An entity from a time before the Kirin Tor existed. We think it serve the functions similar to that of the Guardian. No one beyond the arch council knows of it's existence, and it will stay that way. And you to mention it in the same breath as the dark portal is too much to be mere... (..)
    2016 Warcraft