Definition
A senator is a member of a government senate, which is one of the chambers of a country's legislature.
Usage and Meaning
In political systems such as those of the United States or Canada, senators represent states or provinces and take part in making and voting on national laws. The word typically refers to individuals holding significant legislative authority within a bicameral system.
Example
“The senator spoke in favor of the new education reform.”
Grammar and Notes
- Noun form: senator
- Plural: senators
- Common combinations: senior senator, junior senator, state senator, U.S. senator
Pronunciation
British English: /ˈsenətə(r)/
American English: /ˈsenətər/
Related Words
- Legislator – a general term for a lawmaker.
- Representative – often used for members of the lower legislative chamber.
Author’s summary: A senator is an elected lawmaker who serves in the upper chamber of a national legislature, shaping and voting on laws that affect the country.
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