aldermanate

/ˌɔldərˈmeɪnɪt, ˌɑːldərˈmeɪnɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

The office or position of an alderman; a municipal council or board, especially in the United States.

“The new aldermanate was established to address local transportation issues.”

2. verb

To choose or appoint an alderman.

“The mayor aldermanated a new member to the city council.”

Synonyms

  • council
  • municipality

Antonyms

  • governorship
  • mayorship