committee

Definitions

1. noun

   A group of people chosen to do a particular job.

   Examples

   • The committee met every Tuesday to review proposals.
   • She was appointed to the finance committee.
2. noun

   In law, a person who looks after someone who cannot care for themselves.

   Examples

   • The court named a committee to manage his affairs.
   • The old man's daughter served as his committee.
3. noun

   In South Asian use, a savings group where members pay in each month.

   Examples

   • The neighborhood ran a small committee to pool savings.
   • Members paid into the committee fund each month.