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Definition of member
member
/ˈmɛm.bər/
mem · ber
Plural:members
member Lexical Profile
CEFR
A2
Grade
2
Tier
1
Usage
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• noun
1
An individual person, animal, or plant belonging to a particular group, society, organization, or taxonomic classification.
Example
"She has been an active member of the local historical society for over ten years."
2
A distinct part of a complex structure or framework, such as a beam, column, or strut in engineering and architecture.
Example
"The engineers carefully inspected every structural member of the bridge for signs of metal fatigue."
3
A part or organ of the body, especially a limb such as an arm or leg.
Example
"The extreme cold caused a numbing sensation to spread through his lower members."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old French 'membre', derived from Latin 'membrum', meaning a limb, part of the body, or a portion of a whole.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Member. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/member