burgomaster
Americannoun
noun
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the chief magistrate of a town in Austria, Belgium, Germany, or the Netherlands; mayor
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a popular name for the glaucous gull
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of burgomaster
1585–95; < Dutch burgemeester, equivalent to burg borough + meester master, cognate with German Bürgermeister major
Example Sentences
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Depp played Ichabod Crane, a cowardly policeman investigating a spate of beheadings, while Lee was the Burgomaster of the besieged town.
From The Guardian • Jun. 16, 2015
Within five glorious weeks little Burgomaster Max became to his people a legend for lionheartedness.
From Time Magazine Archive
Instantly Brussels' famed War-time hero, Burgomaster Max sprang in front of H. R. H. to shield him.
From Time Magazine Archive
He safeguarded the civic, esthetic affection of the old Burgomaster.
From Time Magazine Archive
For instance, three days ago,' the Burgomaster continued with a chill smile,' I had the honour of meeting him at the King of Sweden's quarters and talking with him.
From My Lady Rotha A Romance by Weyman, Stanley J.
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