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town council

/taʊn ˈkɒnsɪl/ · town. coun. cil
noun
  1. The governing body of people elected to oversee management of a town and represent the interests of residents. The town council voted to improve the local park.
  2. A group of people who advise or make decisions for a town. The town council met to discuss the new development plan.
Did you know? The town council is often responsible for maintaining local infrastructure, such as roads, schools, and public services.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Aug 5, 2026