a group of people that are chosen to make rules, laws, or decisions, or to give advice.——朗文当代大辞典

the organization that is responsible for local government in a particular area in Britain.——朗文当代大辞典

a group of people elected to the government of a city in the US.——朗文当代大辞典

generally. An assembly called together for any purpose; a convocation or congregation. ——牛津当代大辞典  @en