Consul

/ˈkɒnsəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An official appointed by a government to live in a foreign city and protect and promote the government's interests there.

The consul arranged for the citizens to receive assistance during the crisis.

A title used for certain diplomatic ranks, often associated with consular services, dealing with citizens and trade.

The consul held a meeting to discuss trade relations between the two countries.

In ancient Rome, one of the two highest elected officials who governed the republic.

Julius Caesar was a famous consul of Rome before becoming dictator.

From Latin 'consul', literally meaning 'to consult, to advise'.

consul general:

A high-ranking consul with broader responsibilities overseeing multiple consulates.

honorary consul:

A person appointed to assist the consulate but not a career diplomat.

Consul can refer informally to any authority figure in a foreign context.

He's like our consul when we travel abroad, helping us navigate the local customs.

In the gaming community, 'consul' may refer to a leader or overseer in role-playing games.

The consul of our gaming group made the final call on the quest's direction.