member

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When you join a gym, you become a member, which usually means you get a keycard, access to the equipment, and sometimes free classes. It's a simple transaction: you pay a fee, they let you in. But being a member of a community garden or a co-op feels different—there, you're part of something, maybe you even have a vote. The word 'member' can feel official or warm, depending on the group.