boroughreeve
boroughreeve · boroughreeves
The governor of a town or city, especially for fiscal purposesThe governor of a town or city, especially for fiscal purposes.
Meaning
2 senses(historical)The governor of a town or city, especially for fiscal purposes.
A chief municipal officer; a portreeve or mayor.
Origin
From Middle English burhreve, from Old English burhġerēfa (“the governor of a town or cityFrom Middle English burhreve, from Old English burhġerēfa (“the governor of a town or city”), equivalent to borough + reeve. Compare sheriff.
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