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premier

n. countable
C1 Advanced Oxford US //pɹɛˈmɪɹ// UK //pɹˈɛmɪɐ// pre·mier Slang

n. the person who leads the government in a state, province, or country. You use this title for leaders like a prime minister.

n. the head of government in a state, province, or territory, or the prime minister of a sovereign nation. Often used as a formal title preceding a surname.


SIMPLE

The premier announced a new plan for the city's schools.

CONTEXTUAL

After the election results were confirmed, the premier addressed the public to outline the government's priorities for the coming year.

COMPLEX

While the federal government handles national defense, the premier of each province maintains significant authority over local healthcare and educational infrastructure.

Synonyms
Origin

Borrowed from Middle French premier (adjective), from Latin prīmārius. Doublet of primary.

Usage

When used as a title before a name, it is typically capitalized.

Pitfall

the premier of the companythe president of the companyPremier refers specifically to government leaders, not to the heads of private businesses or corporations.

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