Meaning & use
mayor
The elected head of a city, town, or other local government.
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The mayor announced an ambitious new plan to repair the city's roads.
Voters across the city will choose a new mayor in November's election.
A note on using this word
In some countries a mayor holds mainly ceremonial duties, while in others the role carries real executive power.
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