I. ˈkau̇n(t)-səl noun
Etymology: Middle English counceil, from Anglo-French cunseil, cuncile, from Latin concilium, from com- + calare to call — more at low
Date: 12th century
1. : an assembly or meeting for consultation, advice, or discussion
2. : a group elected or appointed as an advisory or legislative body
3.
a. : a usually administrative body
b. : an executive body whose members are equal in power and authority
c. : a governing body of delegates from local units of a federation
4. : deliberation in a council
5.
a. : a federation of or a central body uniting a group of organizations
b. : a local chapter of an organization
c. : club , society
II. adjective
Date: 14th century
1. : used for councils especially by or with North American Indians
a council ground
2. British : built, maintained, or operated by a local governing agency
council housing
council flats