Meaning & Definition of word "Mayor"

Mayor

/ˈmeɪ.ər/

1. The elected chief executive of a city, town, or other municipality.
- Example: The mayor announced plans for a new park in the city.
2. A person who has significant authority or influence within a city or town government.
- Example: As the mayor of Springfield, she implemented several new policies to improve local education.
3. An official who presides over a municipal council or assembly.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: The boss of the town.

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

Meaning: The big cheese in local politics.

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