Governor
/ˈɡʌvərnər/
Definitions
- (n.) An official empowered to govern a state, province, or political subdivision, often the highest executive authority therein.
The governor signed the bill into law.
- (n.) A device for regulating speed or operation of an engine or machinery, especially by controlling fuel or power input to maintain stability.
The engine stopped because the governor failed.
Forms
- governors
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "governor" predominantly refers to the chief executive of a subnational entity; secondary technical senses relating to machinery are less common but legally relevant in regulatory statutes.
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