Legislator

/ˈlɛdʒɪsˌleɪtər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who makes laws; a member of a legislative body.

The legislator proposed a new bill to improve public transportation.

An elected official who is part of a legislative assembly.

As a legislator, she is responsible for representing the interests of her constituents.

A person involved in the process of creating, amending, or repealing laws.

The legislator spoke passionately about the need for reform in the education system.

A member of a specific legislative body, such as a parliament or congress.

Each legislator is tasked with reviewing and voting on proposed legislation.

From Latin 'legislator' meaning 'one who makes laws', from 'lex' (law) + 'lator' (to bring or present).

lawmaker

A person involved in the creation of laws.

legislative session

A period during which a legislature is convened for the purpose of lawmaking.

bill proposal

A formal suggestion to make a new law.

legislation

The process of making or enacting laws.

legislative

Relating to the making of laws.

law

A system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions.

Pol or Politician

He's a real pol, always trying to pass something new.

Lawmaker

The lawmakers are meeting again to discuss the budget.