townsman
1 of 1noun/ˈtaʊnzmən/
Forms:townsmen
1
a person from the same town as yourself
2
a male resident of a town or city, typically emphasizing a person's connection to and involvement in local community affairs
- The townsman was well-known for his contributions to local charities and civic organizations.
- As a respected townsman, he served on the city council for over a decade.
- The townsman took pride in maintaining his historic home in the heart of the town.
- She interviewed several townsmen to gather their perspectives on the proposed development project.
- The townsman's family had lived in the town for generations, deeply rooted in its traditions and events.
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