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headmaster

/hedmæstər/ noun · British & US
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What does headmaster mean?

noun

The man in charge of a school, typically the head of the teaching staff. A headmaster is often the principal or headteacher of a school.

Example

"The headmaster of the school was known for his strict but fair policies."

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