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Definition
Governor of a state; the highest-ranking executive official of a state.
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How it's used
This term is used exclusively for political leaders of states within countries like the United States or Australia. It is not used for local Hong Kong officials, who are referred to by titles like 特首 or 局長. When discussing foreign politics, it is the standard term to describe the highest-ranking executive official of a state-level jurisdiction.
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That governor seems to be very popular.
Do you know who the new governor is?
Related words
Common phrases
incumbent governor
gubernatorial election
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