Definition

1. Noun:
   • The elected governing body of a county: A "county council" is the elected administrative and legislative authority responsible for local government services and decision-making within a specific county area.

Usage

• The term "county council" is used to refer to the official, elected body that governs a county. It is a formal term used in contexts of local government, politics, and public administration.
• It typically functions as a singular noun, though it refers to a collective group of elected officials.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The county council approved the new budget for road repairs.
  • She was elected to serve on the county council.
  • Residents can contact their county council about local planning issues.

Advanced Usage

• "County council meeting": A formal gathering of the council members to conduct official business.
  • The proposed park closure will be discussed at the next county council meeting.
• "County council elections": The process of electing members to the council.
  • County council elections are held every four years.

Variants and Related Words

• Councilor (Councillor) (n): An elected member of a county council.
  • The councilor proposed a new community initiative.
• Local council (n): A more general term for the elected governing body of a local area, which can include county, city, or town councils.
  • Both the city and the county council are involved in the project.

Synonyms

• Local authority: A governing body for a local administrative area.
• Governing body: A group of people who govern an institution or territory.

Related Phrases

• To run for county council: To be a candidate in an election for the county council.
  • He decided to run for county council to improve local services.
• County council seat: A position as a member of the county council.
  • She won a county council seat in the recent election.

Noun

1. the elected governing body of a county