rector
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/ˈrektər/
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/ˈrektə(r)/
A rector is an Anglican priest who leads a church and the community in a specific area known as a parish.
Father Brown, the rector, often visited the elderly in the parish to offer support.
In the UK, a rector is the head or principal of certain universities, colleges, or schools.
The rector of the university gave a speech at the graduation ceremony.