mayor in English: The person chosen to lead the government of a town or city. (noun)

Translation

The person chosen to lead the government of a town or city.

Word origin

From Latin maior, meaning greater, through Old French maire.

Gender

Pluralmayors

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A mayor leads the government of a town or city.

elected .

People vote to choose a mayor.

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We say the mayor "of" a place.

town

A place with many houses, shops, and streets where people live, smaller than a city.

city

A large town where many people live and work.

leader

A person who is in charge and guides other people.

government

The group of people who run a country and make its laws.

vote

To choose a person or a plan in an election, by marking a paper or raising your hand.

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