representative
nounUK /ˌreprɪˈzentətɪv/
US /ˌreprɪˈzentətɪv/
A representative is someone who speaks or acts for other people.
Our class chose a representative to talk to the teacher.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Typical of a group or kind.
This painting is representative of his early style.
3. A person who shows or sells a company's products.
The sales representative visited our office.
4. A member of a government body who is elected to speak for the people.
She was elected as a representative in the state assembly.