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mayoral

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈmeɪɝəɫ// UK //mˈeəɹəl// may·oral Archaic

adj. relating to a mayor, who is the leader of a city or town government.

adj. relating to the office or duties of a mayor. Typically used attributively to modify nouns related to local government or elections.


SIMPLE

The city is preparing for the upcoming mayoral election.

CONTEXTUAL

The candidate's mayoral campaign focused on improving public transportation and reducing crime in the downtown area.

COMPLEX

The incumbent's mayoral record was scrutinized by the press, particularly regarding the controversial decision to privatize the city's water management system during his first term.

Etymology 1

From mayor + -al.

Etymology 2

From Spanish mayoral.

Usage

Typically placed before the noun it modifies.

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