Meaning of the word member in English

What does member mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

member

US /ˈmem.bɚ/

UK /ˈmem.bɚ/

a person, animal, or plant belonging to a particular group or family

Example:

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She is a new member of our team.

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All club members are invited to the annual dinner.

Synonym:

associate participant affiliate constituent unit

a part or organ of the body, especially a limb

Example:

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The arm is a member of the upper limb.

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The disease affected several members of his body.

Synonym:

limb organ part appendage component

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