Meaning & Definition of word "Mayoralty"

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    Mayoralty

    /məˈjɔːrəlti/

    noun:

    • 1. The office or position of mayor.
      • Example: She was elected to the mayoralty after a closely contested election.
    • 2. The term of office during which a mayor holds their position.
      • Example: His mayoralty lasted for four years, during which he implemented several major reforms.
    • 3. The jurisdiction or authority of a mayor.
      • Example: The mayoralty of the city includes overseeing public services and managing municipal policies.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'mayor' combined with the suffix '-alty', indicating a state or condition.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    during the mayoralty:

    Referring to the time when a specific person served as mayor.

    mayoralty campaign:

    The campaign or election process for mayoral candidates.

    Related Words

    mayor:

    The elected head of a city or town government.

    municipality:

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

    local government:

    The administration of a particular town, district, or county.

    Slang Meanings of mayoralty

    Meaning: Mayor's duties

    Example Sentence: He's got a lot on his plate with all the mayoralty duties ahead of him.

    Meaning: Being in charge of the city

    Example Sentence: She felt the pressure as she stepped into her mayorship during the financial crisis.