headmaster
|head/mas/ter|
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/ˈhɛdˌmæstər/
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/ˈhɛdˌmɑːstə/
chief teacher
Etymology
Etymology Information
'headmaster' originates from Middle English, specifically the combination of 'head' meaning 'chief' and 'master' meaning 'teacher or leader'.
Historical Evolution
'headmaster' evolved from the Middle English term 'heued maister', which was used to denote the chief teacher or leader of a school.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'chief teacher', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'principal of a school'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the principal or person in charge of a school, especially a private school.
The headmaster gave a speech at the graduation ceremony.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42