Meaning & Definition of word "Member"

Member

/ˈmɛmbər/

1. A person, animal, or plant belonging to a particular group or community.
- Example: She is a member of the local book club.
2. An individual component of a larger set or system.
- Example: Each member of the team contributed to the project.
3. A legislator or representative in a legislative body.
- Example: The member of parliament addressed the concerns of the citizens.
4. A part or organ of a body, especially a limb.
- Example: He lost a member in the accident, but he is recovering well.

●Middle English, from Latin membrum, meaning 'limb, part'.

member of the family:

A relative or person belonging to a household.

member state:

A state that is part of a larger organization or agreement.

honorary member:

A person recognized for their contributions to a group, often without the responsibilities of regular membership.

membership:

The state of being a member of a group.

membered:

Having parts or members.

dismember:

To deprive of limbs or members.

Meaning: A crude term for a man's penis.

● Example Sentence: He joked about his member in a humorous context.

Meaning: Used informally to refer to someone who is particularly engaged in a specific activity.

● Example Sentence: He's a real member of that club, always there for meetings.