charter member

noun

1. one of the original members or founders of a club, organization, etc.

charter member

noun

1. an original or founder member of a society or organization

Other Words From

• charter membership noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of charter member¹

An Americanism dating back to 1905–10

Example Sentences

He and former Rep. Adam Kinsinger were on a phone call wherein they became charter members of the “Republicans for Harris” movement.

From Salon

In the ACC, where UNC is a charter member, Florida State and Clemson are engaged in a legal fight to leave the conference and explore lucrative moves elsewhere.

From Seattle Times

His supporters included charter member and jazz giant Nat King Cole.

From Los Angeles Times

Washington and Oregon were charter members of the Pacific Coast Conference in 1916.

From Los Angeles Times

Washington was a charter member of the Pacific Coast Conference in 1916, the organization that eventually became the Pac-8, then 10, then 12.

From Washington Times