Burgomaster: meaning, definitions and examples
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burgomaster
[ หbษหrษกษหmรฆs.tษr ]
local government
A burgomaster is the elected mayor of a town or a city, particularly in the historical context of certain European countries such as the Netherlands and Germany. This position is often associated with the administration of local government, serving as the head of the municipal council. The burgomaster has various responsibilities including overseeing local law enforcement, budgetary matters, and community welfare. Traditionally, the role of the burgomaster might also have included significant ceremonial duties.
Synonyms
mayor, municipal leader, town head
Examples of usage
- The burgomaster announced the new public health initiatives.
- During the festival, the burgomaster delivered an opening speech.
- The burgomaster is responsible for maintaining local order.
Translations
Translations of the word "burgomaster" in other languages:
๐ต๐น burgomestre
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคเคฐเคพเคงเฅเคฏเคเฅเคท
๐ฉ๐ช Bรผrgermeister
๐ฎ๐ฉ walikota
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑััะผัััั
๐ต๐ฑ burmistrz
๐ฏ๐ต ๅธ้ท
๐ซ๐ท maire
๐ช๐ธ alcalde
๐น๐ท belediye baลkanฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ฅ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุนู ุฏุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ starosta
๐ธ๐ฐ primรกtor
๐จ๐ณ ๅธ้ฟ
๐ธ๐ฎ ลพupan
๐ฎ๐ธ borgarstjรณri
๐ฐ๐ฟ ำะบัะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแก
๐ฆ๐ฟ bษlษdiyyษ sษdri
๐ฒ๐ฝ alcalde
Etymology
The term 'burgomaster' originates from the Middle Dutch word 'burgemeester', which is derived from 'burg' meaning 'town' and 'meester' meaning 'master'. This historical title was primarily used in the Low Countries and has roots that trace back to the medieval period when local governance began to take shape in urban settlements. Originally, burgomasters were chosen from among the most prominent citizens to manage the affairs of the town, especially in the absence of higher authority figures. The influence of the burgomaster grew with the rise of city autonomy during the 12th and 13th centuries. Over time, the role evolved, adapting to the political structures of various regions, but remained central to local governance in many European countries, emphasizing its significance in the historical development of municipal leadership.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,260 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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