rector (Meaning)

Wordnet

rector (n)

a person authorized to conduct religious worship

Webster

rector (n.)

A ruler or governor.

A clergyman who has the charge and cure of a parish, and has the tithes, etc.; the clergyman of a parish where the tithes are not impropriate. See the Note under Vicar.

A clergyman in charge of a parish.

The head master of a public school.

The chief elective officer of some universities, as in France and Scotland; sometimes, the head of a college; as, the of Exeter College, or of Lincoln College, at Oxford.

The superior officer or chief of a convent or religious house; and among the Jesuits the superior of a house that is a seminary or college.

rector Sentence Examples

  1. The esteemed rector of the university gave an inspiring commencement speech to the graduating class.
  2. The newly appointed rector of the cathedral was known for his progressive views.
  3. The rector's office provided guidance and support to students throughout their academic journey.
  4. The rector of the academy led the students in a spirited rendition of the school anthem.
  5. The rector's residence was a historical landmark on the campus.
  6. The rector of the seminary supervised the training of future religious leaders.
  7. The rector's consent was required for all major campus decisions.
  8. The rector of the society dedicated his life to promoting scientific research.
  9. The rector of the hospital ensured the well-being of patients and the quality of care.
  10. The rector's sermon delivered at the Sunday service was a powerful call to action.

FAQs About the word rector

a person authorized to conduct religious worshipA ruler or governor., A clergyman who has the charge and cure of a parish, and has the tithes, etc.; the clergym

headmistress, teacher, headmaster, schoolteacher, pedagogue, educator, instructor,schoolmaster, preceptor, instructress

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The esteemed rector of the university gave an inspiring commencement speech to the graduating class.

The newly appointed rector of the cathedral was known for his progressive views.

The rector's office provided guidance and support to students throughout their academic journey.

The rector of the academy led the students in a spirited rendition of the school anthem.