mayor

n. the person who is the head of a city or town government.

n. the chief executive official of a city, borough, or municipal corporation.

“The mayor promised to build more parks during her election campaign.”

“The mayor presided over the council meeting, addressing concerns regarding the proposed zoning changes in the historic district.”

n. a person who represents a city at official events but does not have much real power.

n. a largely ceremonial position in certain municipal structures where a city manager handles executive duties.

“In this town, the mayor mainly attends parades and ribbon-cutting ceremonies.”

“While the city manager oversees daily operations, the mayor serves as the public face of the community at international summits.”

Formal

n. someone who acts like they are the most important person in a specific place or group.

n. a person who is perceived as a local VIP or influential figure within a specific social circle.

“He thinks he's the mayor of this coffee shop because he's here every day.”

“Ever since he won the local golf tournament, he's been acting like the mayor of the clubhouse.”

Humorous · Informal