Meaning & use

president

noun·Everyday

The elected head of state of a republic, or the leader of an organization, company, or club.

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The president addressed the nation about the new economic plan.

She was elected president of the student council this year.

A note on using this word

Capitalize 'President' when it precedes a specific name or refers to a specific officeholder, as in 'President Lincoln'.

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