dean
//diːn//
Noun
deanSingular
deansPlural
1
A senior official in a college or university, typically responsible for a particular faculty or department.
The dean of the engineering faculty announced a new scholarship program.
2
A senior member of a group, especially one who has been in a profession or position for a long time and is highly respected.
He is considered the dean of American journalists.
3
A senior clergyman in charge of a cathedral or collegiate church.
The dean led the Sunday service at the cathedral.