selectman
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Definition
A selectman is a member of the governing board of a town in some parts of the United States, especially in New England. They are responsible for making local decisions and running town affairs.
Usage & Nuances
Specific to the United States, especially New England towns. Rarely used outside this context. Plural is 'selectmen'. Often appears in historical or regional discussions.
Spanish: miembro del consejo municipal (EE. UU.)Portuguese (BR): membro do conselho municipal (EUA)Portuguese (PT): membro do conselho municipal (EUA)Chinese (Simplified): 镇政委员（美国新英格兰地区）Chinese (Traditional): 鎮政委員（美國新英格蘭地區）Hindi: सेलेक्टमैन (म्यूनिसिपल परिषद का सदस्य, अमेरिका)Arabic: عضو مجلس بلدي (في بعض ولايات أمريكا)
Example Sentences
The town elected a new selectman last year.
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A selectman helps organize town meetings.
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My uncle was a selectman for five years.
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Being a selectman means making tough decisions for the community.
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She ran for selectman because she wanted to make a difference in her town.
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Have you ever met a selectman from a small New England town?
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