Headmaster

/ˈhɛdˌmɑːstər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The principal or chief administrator of a school, especially a private school.

The headmaster held a meeting with the teachers to discuss the upcoming school year.

A director or leader of a specific educational institution.

After years of service, the headmaster decided to retire from his position.

In some contexts, the term can also refer to the person in charge of a school in a public or informal educational setting.

The headmaster addressed the students during the annual assembly.

Derived from Middle English, meaning 'the master or chief teacher of a school'.

headmaster's office:

The office of the headmaster where administrative tasks and meetings occur.

headmaster's report:

An official document or communication from the headmaster regarding the school's performance or events.

The big boss of the school.

If you get in trouble, you might have to go see the headmaster.

Head honcho in the education domain.

She runs the whole place; she's the headmaster after all.