senator

noun

sen·​a·​tor ˈse-nə-tər How to pronounce senator (audio)
: a member of a senate
senatorship noun

Examples of senator in a Sentence

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Noem, who’s on tap to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), makes for a dozen Cabinet hopefuls questioned by senators this week on their path to joining the administration, including Trump’s picks to lead the State, Justice and Defense departments. Julia Mueller, The Hill, 17 Jan. 2025 The Homeland Security committee, which includes several senators from northern border states like Michigan and New Hampshire, questioned Noem about her focus and dedication to the security of the border with Canada. Lexie Schapitl, NPR, 17 Jan. 2025 Thune’s endorsement as the top member of the 100-person Senate was a not-so-subtle nod to senators to confirm Noem. Anna Giaritelli, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Jan. 2025 During the hearing, GOP senators asked Noem about an app introduced by the Biden administration, called CBP One, to allow migrants to set up an appointment at international bridges, where U.S. officials determine whether they should be allowed into the country to request asylum. Camilo Montoya-Galvez, CBS News, 17 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for senator 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English senatour, from Anglo-French senatur, from Latin senator, from senatus

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of senator was in the 13th century

Dictionary Entries Near senator

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“Senator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/senator. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

senator

noun
sen·​a·​tor ˈsen-ət-ər How to pronounce senator (audio)
: a member of a senate
senatorship noun

Legal Definition

senator

noun
sen·​a·​tor ˈse-nə-tər How to pronounce senator (audio)
: a member of a senate
senatorial adjective
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