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cōnsilium
3 English words descend from Latin
cōnsilium
, most common first.
council
A committee that leads or governs (e.g. city council, student council).
counsel
The exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.
consigliere
A counselor or advisor, especially to Mafia bosses.