Idiom idiom
prime minister
Meaning
the person who leads the government in many countries.
Examples
“The prime minister speaks to the country on television tonight.”
“After winning the national election, the new prime minister promised to improve the healthcare system for all citizens.”
“Following the sudden resignation of the cabinet, the prime minister faced intense pressure to call for a general election to restore public confidence in the government.”
Origin
First recorded in English as a calque of the French *premier ministre*.
Last updated April 22, 2026