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(prov-ost) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a person in charge of a school or college.

Example Sentence

He twice made bids to become lord provost of the college without success.

More Example Sentences

Students met with the provost to discuss policies.

Synonyms

administrator; director; chief

Antonyms

student

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Rhymes

  • provost

  • pronovost
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