1. A female member of a legislative assembly, especially a state assembly in the United States.
Usage: Used in U.S. politics, particularly in state legislatures; The female counterpart to 'assemblyman'

Examples

• The assemblywoman introduced a bill to improve public education funding.
• She was elected as an assemblywoman representing her district.
• The assemblywoman spoke passionately about healthcare reform during the session.
• Several assemblywomen collaborated on environmental protection legislation.
• The new assemblywoman took office in January after winning the election.