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

  • (..) For two months, we have mourned the good King Edwin... who by the cruel Viking Ragnar was foully murdered... and still lies unrevenged. The council of the kingdom now declare that Aella... is of the true royal line... and welcome his succession to the throne. Your Majesty. (..)
    1958 The Vikings