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representative
Adjective
  • Typical; having the same properties or interest as a larger group.
Noun
  • One who may speak for another in a particular capacity, especially in negotiation.
  • A member of a legislative or governing body who represents a constituency.
  • One that is taken as typical of its class.
  • A member of the US House of Representatives. US, politics
  • Company agent who visits potential purchasers, salesman.