Mayor

/ˈmeɪ.ər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The elected chief executive of a city, town, or other municipality.

The mayor announced plans for a new park in the city.

A person who has significant authority or influence within a city or town government.

As the mayor of Springfield, she implemented several new policies to improve local education.

An official who presides over a municipal council or assembly.

During the council meeting, the mayor guided the discussion on the budget.

From Middle English 'maior', derived from Latin 'major' meaning 'greater'.

mayor's office

The administrative office of the mayor.

acting mayor

A person who temporarily fulfills the duties of the mayor.

mayoral election

An election in which a mayor is elected.

council

An assembly of persons summoned or elected to manage affairs.

municipality

A city or town that has corporate status and local government.

township

A subdivision of a county that has its own government.

The boss of the town.

He's the mayor of this place, running the show.

The big cheese in local politics.

She's really the mayor when it comes to making decisions around here.