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Noun senator has 1 sense
  1. senator - a member of a senate
    --1 is a kind of
    legislator
    --1 has particulars:
     state senator; Fulbright, William Fulbright, James William Fulbright; Glenn, John Glenn, John Herschel Glenn Jr.

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Senator

Description:

A senator is an elected or appointed member of a legislative body, particularly in the context of a government's upper house. Senators are responsible for proposing and voting on laws, representing the interests of their constituents.

Senses and Usages:

1. Political Sense:

In the political sense, a senator refers to an individual who serves as a member of a legislative body, such as the United States Senate. Senators are elected by the public and hold significant decision-making power.

Example Sentence: The senator proposed a new bill to improve healthcare access.

2. Historical Sense:

In a historical context, the term senator can also describe a member of the Roman Senate, which was the leading council of the Roman Republic and Empire, known for its political and legislative functions.

Example Sentence: Julius Caesar was an influential senator during the decline of the Roman Republic.

3. Honorific Title:

Sometimes, senator can be used as an honorific title to address individuals who have served or currently serve in a legislative role, regardless of their specific title within a particular country.

Example Sentence: Thank you, Senator Johnson, for your dedication to public service.

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