chancellor

//ˈtʃæn.sə.lər//
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Noun

chancellorSingular
chancellorsPlural
1

A senior state or legal official, especially the head of government in some European countries such as Germany or Austria.

The German chancellor announced new economic policies at the press conference.

2

The chief administrative officer of a university or college.

The chancellor welcomed the new students at the opening ceremony.

3

A high-ranking official in certain religious institutions or courts.

The chancellor of the diocese manages all official church documents.