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Gouverneur

Definition:

A gouverneur is a French term meaning "governor" in English. It refers to an official who is appointed or elected to govern a region or province.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. The highest-ranking official in a region or province.
2. A person entrusted with the authority to govern a specific area or group.

Usages:

1. As the highest-ranking official:

The gouverneur of the province was responsible for overseeing its economic development and maintaining law and order.

2. Relating to a person in authority:

The new gouverneur introduced several policies to improve the education system in the region.

Sample Sentences:

• The gouverneur has the power to make decisions regarding the allocation of resources.
• During his tenure as gouverneur, he implemented various reforms to stimulate economic growth.
• The citizens were delighted when the gouverneur visited their town and addressed their concerns.

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