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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

alderman

/ˈɔːldərmən/ noun · British & US
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What does alderman mean?

noun

A member of a municipal council in the United Kingdom, or a high-ranking official in a city or town in the United States. An alderman is often responsible for overseeing various aspects of local government.

Example

"The alderman was instrumental in passing the new zoning laws, which will greatly benefit the local community."

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