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    Superintendent

    /ˌsuː.pər.ɪnˈtɛn.dənt/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A person who has the responsibility for the management or oversight of a specific area, often in a school district or municipal setting.
    The superintendent of schools implemented new educational programs to enhance student learning.
    A person in charge of a building or a facility, responsible for the maintenance and operation.
    The superintendent of the apartment complex ensured that all maintenance requests were addressed promptly.
    A person who oversees a specific project or area of work, often in a construction or engineering context.
    The construction superintendent monitored the progress of the building project to ensure it was completed on time.
    An official in charge of a particular department or an administrative area.
    The park superintendent managed the resources and staff in the national park.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'superintendentem', present participle of 'superintendere', meaning 'to oversee'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    building superintendent
    A person responsible for the maintenance of a building.
    superintendent of schools
    An individual who oversees a school district's administration.
    school superintendent
    The chief executive officer of a school district.

    Related Words

    administrator
    A person responsible for running an organization or group.
    manager
    A person responsible for controlling or administering an organization or group.
    director
    A person who leads or oversees a particular department or activity.

    Slang Meanings

    Boss
    He thinks he's the big boss in the office, acting like a superintendent.
    Chief
    The chief in charge of the project is more of a superintendent than a colleague.