1. plural of consul: government officials who represent their country’s interests in a foreign city
2. plural of consul: the two chief magistrates of the ancient Roman Republic
Usage: historical

Examples

• The consuls from various countries met to discuss trade agreements.
• American consuls abroad help citizens who lose their passports.
• The French and German consuls attended the diplomatic reception.
• In ancient Rome, two consuls were elected each year to lead the government.
• The Roman consuls held the highest executive power in the republic.
• Several consuls were stationed in the major port cities.
• The consuls worked together to resolve the international dispute.