Selectwoman: meaning, definitions and examples

Used in some regions, primarily in New England in the U.S., to refer to a woman elected to a town's governing board.

• The selectwoman played a key role in the town meeting discussions.
• As a selectwoman, she worked on improving community services.

A general term for someone who is part of a governing body or decision-making group, such as a board of directors or a nonprofit board.

• She was recently appointed as a board member for the local hospital.
• The board members will discuss the new policy at the next meeting.

Refers to a woman elected to a city or municipal council, part of local government.

• The councilwoman proposed new regulations for city parks.
• During her term as councilwoman, she focused on community health initiatives.

A broad term used to describe someone who is a part of any formal group that governs an organization, institution, or community.

• He has served as a governing body member for various educational institutions.
• As a governing body member, she was involved in setting strategic directions.