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- [kong-gris-woo m-uh n]
- /ˈkɒŋ grɪsˌwʊm ən/
- /ˈkɒŋ.ɡresˌwʊm.ən/
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- [kong-gris-woo m-uh n]
- /ˈkɒŋ grɪsˌwʊm ən/
Definitions of congresswoman word
- countable noun congresswoman A Congresswoman is a female member of the US Congress, especially of the House of Representatives. 3
- noun congresswoman (in the US) a female member of Congress, esp of the House of Representatives 3
- noun congresswoman a woman member of Congress, esp. of the House of Representatives 3
- noun plural congresswoman a female member of a congress, especially of the U.S. House of Representatives. 1
- noun congresswoman See -woman. 1
- noun congresswoman A female member of the US Congress (also used as a form of address). 1
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Origin of congresswoman
First appearance:
before 1915 One of the 14% newest English words
First recorded in 1915-20; congress + -woman
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Parts of speech for Congresswoman
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congresswoman popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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congresswoman usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for congresswoman
noun congresswoman
- legislator — a person who gives or makes laws.
- congressman — A Congressman is a male member of the US Congress, especially of the House of Representatives.
- councilwoman — A councilwoman is a woman who is a member of a local council.
- councilman — A councilman is a man who is a member of a local council.
- congressperson — A Congressperson is a member of the US Congress, especially of the House of Representatives.
Top questions with congresswoman
- who was the first congresswoman?
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